The Mav Group is a retained executive search firm specializing in sales, marketing, and leadership placements. While contract interiors and furniture is a core niche, we also serve clients across sectors such as non-profit, manufacturing and financial services. With over 50 years of combined experience, The Mav Group is nationally recognized as one of the premier retained firms in our field.
We are currently seeking a driven Executive Recruiter to join our recruiting team. This person will be responsible for managing all aspects of the candidate recruitment process as well as client management for assigned accounts. As a qualified candidate, you will apply your experience and passion for recruiting to find and attract the best candidates for our clients across the country.
The Mav Group takes a personal, customized approach to working with our clients and candidates. Our Executive Recruiter responsibilities include ensuring the success of new hires and maintaining contact throughout their tenure. This exciting position will allow you to attract and develop candidate interest in our clients’ positions while screening and evaluating candidates as you lead them through our very thorough recruiting process. If you are someone who thrives on working with team members to help candidates find that next great opportunity and clients build great teams, we would love to speak with you!
Essential Duties + Responsibilities
- Manage 3-5 concurrent executive searches, sourcing passive talent through consultative recruiting strategies.
- Conduct 4-5+ hours of daily outreach via phone, InMail, and other channels — energy and stamina for sustained phone work is essential.
- Build long-term relationships and referral networks within target industries, developing rapport quickly through strong EQ and listening skills.
- Lead intake calls and search strategy sessions with clients to define role and culture requirements.
- Facilitate phone, in-person, and virtual interviews, using strong discernment to evaluate candidates’ intellectual depth, critical thinking, and fit.
- Coach candidates through interview prep, feedback, and offer negotiations.
- Deliver timely, high-quality candidate slates aligned with client expectations.
- Present candidate progress and market insights to clients, acting as a trusted advisor in complex or high-stakes searches.
- Negotiate offers between candidates and clients to close searches successfully.
- Track search progress using planning tools and metrics, staying mindful of the big picture while managing the details.
- Bring curiosity and flexibility to quickly learn the industries and organizations we serve.
- Prioritize and manage multiple searches independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Share best practices and lessons learned with the broader team.
Qualifications + Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- 5+ years of corporate or third-party recruiting experience; relevant B2B sales, HR, or corporate relations experience also considered.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Strong business acumen and understanding of executive-level markets.
- Demonstrated success managing multiple searches concurrently.
- Driven by goals and metrics, and takes ownership of results.
- Versatile relationship-builder with strong emotional intelligence.
- Team-oriented, collaborating effectively with sourcing, management, and clients.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in pipeline management.
To Apply
If this sounds like an excellent fit for you, please contact Angela Burke at angela.burke@themavgroup.com.