Lead Executive Recruiter

Light & Wonder • Las Vegas, NV

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

Gaming: Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe. Position Summary Responsibilities · Source and Engage Top Talent: Identify, attract, and qualify exceptional technical professionals across corporate and executive roles using diverse sourcing strategies and platforms · Partner with Hiring Leaders: Collaborate closely with hiring managers and technical stakeholders to understand role requirements, craft compelling job descriptions, and design effective recruitment strategies. · Own the Full Recruitment Lifecycle: Manage end-to-end recruiting—from initial outreach and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding—while ensuring an outstanding candidate experience. · Leverage Data and Tools: Maintain accurate pipeline activity, interview feedback, and hiring metrics using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and reporting tools to drive informed decisions. Key Competencies · Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of Corporate and Executive roles, and skill sets to effectively evaluate candidate qualifications. · Strategic Mindset: Ability to develop and execute data-driven recruiting strategies aligned with Light & Wonder’s growth objectives. · Problem-Solving: Skilled at identifying process challenges and implementing creative solutions to optimize hiring outcomes. · Adaptability: Thrive in a dynamic environment, adjusting quickly to shifting priorities and market conditions. · Negotiation Skills: Confident in negotiating offers and compensation packages to secure top talent within budget. · Relationship Building: Strong ability to foster trust and collaboration with candidates, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams. Experience · Proven Track Record: Technical recruiting experience with demonstrated success in sourcing and hiring executive talent. · Full-Cycle Recruiting Expertise: Hands-on experience managing all stages of recruitment, including interviews, reference checks, offer negotiations, and onboarding. · Gaming Industry Passion: Genuine enthusiasm for gaming and interactive entertainment, with an understanding of industry trends and technologies. · Startup or High-Growth Experience: Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments with a proactive and results-driven approach. · Career Stability: History of healthy tenure and internal promotions, reflecting strong contributions and career progression. · Location: Based in Las Vegas or willing to relocate to join Light & Wonder’s team onsite. Qualifications Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Tackles tough assignments and introduces new ways of looking at problems. Pushes past the status quo to drive greatness. Provides direct feedback & receives feedback well. Sets ambitious goals and has high standards. Approaches work with a growth mindset of continuous improvement. Demonstrates business acumen & data driven decision-making. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Exceptional written and verbal English communication and presentation

Requirements

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of Corporate and Executive roles, and skill sets to effectively evaluate candidate qualifications.
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to develop and execute data-driven recruiting strategies aligned with Light & Wonder’s growth objectives.
• Problem-Solving: Skilled at identifying process challenges and implementing creative solutions to optimize hiring outcomes.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a dynamic environment, adjusting quickly to shifting priorities and market conditions.
• Negotiation Skills: Confident in negotiating offers and compensation packages to secure top talent within budget.
• Relationship Building: Strong ability to foster trust and collaboration with candidates, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams.
• Proven Track Record: Technical recruiting experience with demonstrated success in sourcing and hiring executive talent.
• Full-Cycle Recruiting Expertise: Hands-on experience managing all stages of recruitment, including interviews, reference checks, offer negotiations, and onboarding.
• Gaming Industry Passion: Genuine enthusiasm for gaming and interactive entertainment, with an understanding of industry trends and technologies.
• Startup or High-Growth Experience: Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments with a proactive and results-driven approach.
• Career Stability: History of healthy tenure and internal promotions, reflecting strong contributions and career progression.
• Location: Based in Las Vegas or willing to relocate to join Light & Wonder’s team onsite.

Nice To Haves

• Tackles tough assignments and introduces new ways of looking at problems.
• Pushes past the status quo to drive greatness.
• Provides direct feedback & receives feedback well.
• Sets ambitious goals and has high standards.
• Approaches work with a growth mindset of continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates business acumen & data driven decision-making.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional written and verbal English communication and presentation

Responsibilities

• Source and Engage Top Talent: Identify, attract, and qualify exceptional technical professionals across corporate and executive roles using diverse sourcing strategies and platforms
• Partner with Hiring Leaders: Collaborate closely with hiring managers and technical stakeholders to understand role requirements, craft compelling job descriptions, and design effective recruitment strategies.
• Own the Full Recruitment Lifecycle: Manage end-to-end recruiting—from initial outreach and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding—while ensuring an outstanding candidate experience.
• Leverage Data and Tools: Maintain accurate pipeline activity, interview feedback, and hiring metrics using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and reporting tools to drive informed decisions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees