Executive recruiter

Veeam is the Data and AI Trust Company, specializing in helping organizations ensure their data and AI are fully understood, secured, and resilient to enable the acceleration of safe AI at scale. As the market leader in both data resilience and data security posture management, Veeam is built for the convergence of identity, data, security, and AI risk. Headquartered in Seattle with offices in more than 30 countries, Veeam protects over 550,000 customers worldwide, who trust Veeam to keep their businesses running. Join us as we go fearlessly forward together, growing, learning, and making a real impact for some of the world’s biggest brands.

About this role

We are seeking an experienced Executive Recruiter with 10+ years of progressive recruiting experience, specializing in the identification, engagement, and placement of top-tier VP and SVP level talent. This role is responsible for managing the entire executive search lifecycle and partnering closely with senior leadership to execute effective talent acquisition strategies for mission-critical leadership roles.

This will be an opportunity to contribute to building a leadership team that reflects our values and diverse perspectives, while also helping to define a world-class executive recruiting experience.

What you’ll do

• Lead and manage full-lifecycle executive search processes for VP and SVP level positions, both in the US and abroad, including sourcing, assessment, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding readiness.
• Partner with C-level executives and senior stakeholders to develop position specifications and create targeted recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong pipelines of executive-level candidates through direct sourcing, networking, referrals, and leveraging industry relationships.
• Conduct in-depth candidate assessments to evaluate leadership capabilities, cultural fit, and functional proficiency.
• Provide a high-touch candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, ensuring timely and transparent communication.
• Carry the experience through Day 1: Stay connected with new executive hires between offer acceptance and start date, coordinating pre-start touchpoints and first-day logistics with the hiring leader's office and People & Culture so they arrive feeling expected and welcomed.
• Advise hiring managers and interview panels on best practices for executive recruitment, interview techniques, and selection criteria.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, compensation benchmarking, and competitive intelligence for executive talent.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and company policies.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in executive recruiting, with a focus on VP and SVP level placements. Technology-industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing full-cycle executive search processes within a dynamic environment that values adaptability and balance.
• Strong collaborative communication skills, with the ability to build trust across diverse teams.
• Proven ability to build relationships with senior leaders and influence decision-making.
• Deep knowledge of executive search methodologies, assessment tools, and talent mapping.
• A process-oriented mindset that leverages data to develop pipeline and funnel metrics that enable data-driven decision making and reporting.
• A high degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• An enthusiasm for building new processes creating a world-class candidate experience.
• Experience leveraging ATS and CRM systems for executive recruiting.

What you'll get

• Unlimited paid time off, 12 paid holidays including 4 global VeeaMe Days for self-care and 24 paid volunteer hours annually through Veeam Cares
• Paid parental leave: 8 weeks for all parents, 16 weeks for birthing parents
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day
• Mental health support, therapy sessions, and digital wellness tools via our Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support through Maven, plus paid volunteer time
• AirVet: 24/7 virtual veterinary care at no cost
• Legal services, identity protection, and supplemental health insurance options
• Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting
• Opportunities to learn and grow through on-demand libraries (LinkedIn Learning, O’Reilly), mentoring, workshops, and learning events like our annual Global Day of Learning

Compensation Transparency

Veeam is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation. For this role, the compensation range below reflects the expected total target compensation (TTC), inclusive of base pay and a competitive performance-based bonus. For roles with a commission plan, the compensation range represents On Target Earnings (OTE), which includes base salary plus variable commission. When determining compensation, Veeam takes into consideration factors such as experience, education, skills, and geographic zone. Offers are typically made below the midpoint of the range.

In addition to compensation, Veeam provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, retirement plans, and unlimited time off.

U.S. Geographic Zones & Compensation Ranges (TTC / OTE)

• Zone 1: San Francisco Bay Area, New York City Boroughs $211,440—$392,760 USD
• Zone 2: Washington, California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area) $193,820—$360,030 USD
• Zone 3: Texas, Illinois, North Carolina, Colorado, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Oregon, Nevada, Hawaii, New York (excluding NYC boroughs); Sales roles located in Georgia, Ohio, and Arizona $176,200—$327,300 USD
• Zone 4: All other US locations $153,294—$284,751 USD

Veeam Software is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination in any form on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. All your information will be kept confidential.

Personal data collected during the recruitment process will be processed in accordance with our Recruiting Privacy Notice, which explains how your information is collected, used, and handled in connection with hiring activities. By applying for this position, you consent to this processing.

By submitting your application, you confirm that the information provided, including any supporting documents, is complete and accurate to the best of your knowledge. Any misrepresentation, omission, or falsification may result in disqualification from consideration or, if discovered after employment begins, termination of employment.