Sr. Talent Partner, Executive Search

Safelite AutoGlass•Columbus, OH

41d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Executive Recruiter (onsite/hybrid) is a trusted talent advisor who plays a critical role in shaping the leadership future of our organization. This position partners directly with senior executives and HR leaders to attract and hire the best leadership talent-both for today's business priorities and for tomorrow's growth. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-driven, highly organized recruiting professional who thrives on building relationships, designing thoughtful candidate experiences, and influencing executive-level decisions. The Senior Executive Recruiter owns every facet of the executive hiring process-from strategic market mapping and proactive pipeline development to facilitating internal leadership assessments and crafting compelling narratives that connect candidates to our mission. In this role, you'll also help build the infrastructure for future success, combining hands-on recruiting with strategic talent planning, process optimization, and relationship stewardship across industries and markets.

Requirements

Willing to work onsite in Columbus, OH - North side of town - 4-5 days / week
4-6 years experience in executive recruiting (corporate or retained search), with a track record of hiring VP and C-level leaders.
7-9 years experience in an internal talent acquisition program or third-party staffing agency/search firm
1-3 years Working as a Talent Partner to influence and drive business decisions around hiring
Strategic Talent Partnership
Build trusted relationships with senior leaders and influence talent decisions.
Deep understanding of leadership assessment, succession planning, and executive evaluation
Executive Search Expertise | Business & Technology Acumen
Source, screen, and interview with a strong talent lens to identify top-tier candidates.
Comfortable presenting in-person. Host in-house assessment days and candidate visits onsite.
Represent the organization with executive presence and authentic storytelling
Purpose-Driven Leadership
Passionate about connecting people to purpose and shaping the future through world-class executive talent.
Highly collaborative and committed to building a culture of excellence.
Adaptability & Change Leadership | Communication & Influence
Navigate evolving business needs with agility and resilience.
Demonstrate situational awareness and proactive problem-solving.
Operational Excellence | Analytical & Data-Driven Thinking
Exceptional organization, prioritization, and time management in fast-paced environments.
Maintain structure and deliver results without reliance on rigid systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree Preferred
LinkedIn Recruiter Certification Preferred
SHRM-SCP Preferred

Responsibilities

Strategic Partnership & Advisory: Build deep, trusted relationships with senior business leaders and HR partners. Advise on leadership talent strategies, market intelligence, and succession planning. Serve as a thought partner who helps the business think long-term about talent.
Executive Search & Storytelling: Lead end-to-end executive searches, from crafting compelling position narratives to identifying and engaging high-impact leaders. Be a brand ambassador and storyteller who can authentically articulate our culture and leadership vision.
Future-State Talent Pipeline: Proactively cultivate relationships with potential future leaders, market influencers, and referral networks to ensure a steady, diverse pipeline of executive talent aligned to our evolving business needs. Maintain ongoing engagement to build long-term relationships that anticipate future opportunities.
Assessment & Facilitation: Partner with HR and senior leadership to manage and facilitate in-house leadership assessment processes. Ensure consistent, equitable evaluation standards across all executive-level hiring, and help drive continuous improvement in how we assess leadership capability and potential.
Hosting & Candidate Experience: Orchestrate a seamless and personalized experience for every candidate-from first outreach to offer. Coordinate interview logistics, host executive candidates onsite and/or virtually, and ensure every touchpoint reflects excellence and hospitality.
Operational Ownership & Organization: Take full ownership of your workflow and tracking. In a lean environment without a formal CRM, maintain your own systems to manage searches, candidate communications, and pipelines. Embrace the administrative lift as an opportunity to take ownership over an elite, organized executive recruiting practice.
Data & Market Insights: Use data and storytelling to influence hiring decisions. Deliver clear summaries, talent insights, and market reports that inform leadership teams and shape future strategy.
Mentorship & Continuous Improvement: Overall executive hiring experience. Share best practices and help refine our approach as we grow

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