Executive Recruiter, Associate

BlackRock•New York, NY

3d•$105,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Recruiter, Associate will join BlackRock’s Global Executive Search Team, which is responsible for Managing Director hiring and critical leadership succession planning across the firm. The team also provides executive market intelligence, succession planning support, competitive intelligence, and access to external talent, advising senior leaders and HR executives on talent decisions. The role supports full-lifecycle executive recruiting in close partnership with senior team members. Responsibilities span talent mapping, market intelligence, competitive benchmarking, candidate engagement, and search execution, with exposure to members of the Global Executive Committee, business unit leaders, and regional and divisional Heads of HR. The successful candidate will develop executive search and talent advisory expertise, taking on increasing responsibility for searches, talent mapping initiatives, and strategic talent projects over time. The position is based on a hybrid work model. Employees are currently required to work in the office at least four days per week and may work from home one day per week; some business groups may require more office time. For New York, NY, the salary range is USD $105,000–$135,000. Employees are also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. Total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department, and individual performance.

Requirements

2–5 years of experience in executive search, recruiting, talent acquisition, talent research, or a related area.
Demonstrated success identifying, engaging, and attracting passive candidates through research and direct sourcing.
Experience supporting executive-level hiring, succession planning, talent mapping, and leadership pipeline development.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple complex assignments simultaneously.
Ability to build credibility and relationships with senior candidates, business leaders, regional and divisional Heads of HR, and other key stakeholders.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with executive-level polish and professionalism.
Strong judgment, exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and ability to handle highly confidential information.
Self-starter with a proactive, commercial, and client-focused mindset.
Undergraduate degree required.

Nice To Haves

Experience at a leading executive search firm or in a high-performing in-house executive search function is strongly preferred.
Experience supporting executive compensation discussions, offer negotiations, and closing processes is preferred.
Executive presence and intellectual curiosity.
Strong relationship-building and influencing skills.
Commercial awareness and passion for executive talent markets.
Ability to think strategically while delivering against tactical priorities.
Consultative approach to partnering with senior stakeholders.
Commitment to exceptional candidate and client experiences.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performing environment with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Executive Search senior team to support Managing Director searches and critical succession planning initiatives across BlackRock.
Conduct market mapping, talent research, and competitive intelligence to identify and assess executive talent.
Develop and maintain diverse pipelines of senior talent through direct sourcing, networking, referrals, and market research.
Engage prospective candidates and communicate BlackRock’s opportunities, culture, and value proposition.
Support succession planning by identifying, evaluating, and benchmarking external talent aligned with future leadership needs.
Prepare talent maps, candidate assessments, market intelligence reports, and executive-ready search updates for senior business leaders and HR executives.
Provide senior recruiters with insights on talent markets, competitor activity, organizational structures, and emerging leadership trends.
Assist with candidate processes, stakeholder communications, interview coordination, offer development, and onboarding activities.
Meet with prospective and newly hired executives to build market intelligence, strengthen referral networks, and deepen competitive insights.
Maintain accurate search activity, market intelligence, and candidate information.
Contribute to a personalized, high-touch candidate and stakeholder experience throughout the search process.