Senior Director, Global Executive Recruiting

Proofpoint•Sunnyvale, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Director of Global Executive Recruiting to lead and redefine how executive recruiting is done across the company. This role will partner closely with our most senior leaders to drive high-impact, strategic executive searches while building a scalable, best-in-class executive recruiting function. This leader will own the end-to-end executive search strategy, from advisory partnership and market intelligence to candidate experience and offer execution. The ideal candidate brings deep executive search expertise, strong executive presence, and a builder’s mindset—someone who can design the model, not just run searches. This role will report to the Vice President of Talent Acquisition.

Requirements

12+ years of executive recruiting or executive search experience
Proven experience conducting executive-level searches in a complex, fast-growing organization
Exceptional executive presence, judgment, and discretion
Strategic thinker with the ability to design systems and processes from the ground up
Strong consultative and influencing skills with senior stakeholders
Deep understanding of executive assessment, market mapping, and compensation considerations

Nice To Haves

Combination of in-house executive recruiting and retained search firm experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Executive Search Leadership Lead and deliver complex, high-stakes executive searches across the C-suite and senior leadership levels
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives, providing guidance on talent strategy, role design, market dynamics, and succession planning
Build compelling executive narratives and assess senior talent with rigor, discretion, and judgment
Design & Build Executive Recruiting Define and implement the executive recruiting strategy, operating model, and standards across the company
Establish best practices for executive search, including assessment, calibration, candidate experience, and confidentiality
Determine when to leverage internal search vs. external firms, and manage search firm partnerships when needed
Strategic Partnership Partner with senior leaders from different organizations (Engineering, Product Management, GTM teams, etc.) to understand business strategy and translate it into executive talent needs
Provide proactive market insights and talent mapping to inform leadership decisions
Influence and align stakeholders through data, insight, and executive-level communication
Team & Capability Development Build, lead, and mentor executive recruiting talent as the function scales
Collaborate closely with People Partners, Total Rewards, Legal, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless execution