Head of Executive Talent Acquisition
The Opportunity:
We believe that exceptional leadership changes the trajectory of organizations—and that finding those leaders should be as innovative as the companies they guide. Our mission is to identify, attract, and engage visionary executives who will shape the future of our business. We value curiosity, integrity, and the smart use of technology to make every search more precise and impactful.
As our Head of Executive Talent Acquisition, you will be the architect of our executive hiring strategy, blending the art of relationship-building with the science of data-driven recruiting. You’ll lead a high-performing team, harness cutting-edge tools, and design a search process that ensures we connect with the most exceptional leaders in the market—faster, smarter, and with deeper insight than ever before. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.
What You’ll Work On:
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Lead the end-to-end executive search strategy for C-suite and senior leadership roles, ensuring alignment with long-term business goals.
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Leverage advanced recruiting technologies—such as AI-powered sourcing platforms, CRM systems, and talent analytics dashboards—to identify and engage top-tier executive talent.
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Build and maintain a robust executive talent pipeline using market mapping, competitive intelligence, and predictive analytics.
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Partner closely with the CPO, SVP of HR, and senior leadership to define role requirements, success profiles, and cultural fit.
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Champion a data-informed approach to decision-making, using metrics to refine sourcing strategies, reduce time-to-fill, and improve candidate experience.
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Mentor and develop a team of executive recruiters, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance.
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Ensure a seamless, high-touch candidate journey that reflects our brand and values at every stage.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:
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10+ years of experience in executive search or senior-level talent acquisition
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5+ years of experience in a leadership role
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Experience placing C-suite and senior executives in complex, fast-paced organizations
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Experience in leveraging recruiting technologies, such as LinkedIn Recruiter, HireEZ, Eightfold, and Beamery, to enhance sourcing and engagement
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Experience using talent intelligence tools and dashboards to guide strategy
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Ability to connect the business strategy internally with decision makers and externally with candidates
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Ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders
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Ability to display a passion for innovation in recruiting, from AI-driven sourcing to virtual interviewing and assessment tools
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Bachelor’s degree
Nice If You Have:
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Possession of exceptional relationship-building skills
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Possession of strong business acumen and analytical skills
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $125,300.00 to $233,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
