Lead Recruiter-Executive

Do your Best Work in MooresvilleThis position is based at our headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk, grab a bite (or a cup of coffee), work out or get a check-up – we invest in you so you can find your inspiration.Your ImpactThe Lead Executive Recruiter is responsible for leading and executing highly complex executive searches across the enterprise, primarily supporting Director, Senior Director, and Vice President-level talent needs.

This role operates as an advisor to senior business leaders and serves as a subject matter expert in executive search, talent market intelligence, candidate assessment, and leadership hiring execution. This role drives proactive executive talent engagement strategies, develops competitive market insights, and builds high-impact leadership pipelines aligned to enterprise priorities. The Lead Executive Recruiter operates independently and is expected to influence hiring decisions, execute search strategies, and elevate executive recruiting best practices across the organization.What You Will DoLead and execute complex executive searches across multiple corporate functions, including Director, Senior Director, and select VP-level rolesServe as a talent advisor to senior leaders by providing market intelligence, competitive insights, talent mapping, and leadership hiring recommendationsExecute proactive executive sourcing strategies targeting passive leadership talentConduct market mapping and organizational research to identify emerging talent trends, competitor movement, compensation insights, and succession-caliber talent poolsBuild and maintain strong relationships with executive candidates, industry networks, and external talent communitiesPartner closely with hiring leaders and HR Business Partners to define leadership success profiles, organizational needs, and long-term talent strategiesConduct in-depth behavioral and competency-based assessments to evaluate leadership capability, organizational fit, and future potentialLead executive candidate engagement, interview preparation, offer strategy, negotiation, and close processes with a high degree of professionalism and confidentialityDeliver a premium candidate and stakeholder experience through proactive communication, executive-level presence, and strong process managementRecommend and implement enhancements to executive recruiting strategy, search methodology, market engagement, and assessment practicesMaintain accurate reporting, search documentation, and ATS data, leveraging metrics and insights to inform decision-makingMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree Business, Human Resources, Marketing, or related field or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable7 years of progressive corporate and/or executive search recruiting experience in complex, competitive talent markets5 years of experience leading full-cycle executive or senior leadership searches from intake through onboarding1 year of experience providing indirect leadership through guidance, coaching, and direction to recruiters, coordinators, analysts, and sourcing partners supporting executive search activitiesExperience partnering with senior executives and influencing hiring decisions at the Director level and aboveStrong experience developing executive sourcing strategies, market mapping, and passive candidate engagement campaignsDemonstrated ability to assess executive talent through behavioral interviewing, leadership evaluation, and consultative assessment techniquesExperience negotiating complex compensation packages and managing sensitive executive-level hiring discussionsExceptional written and verbal communication skills, executive presence and stakeholder management capabilityProven ability to manage multiple complex searches leveraging ATS, CRM platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other executive sourcing toolsPreferred Skills/EducationExecutive search firm experienceExperience supporting executive hiring within a Fortune 500 or large enterprise environmentExperience supporting enterprise transformation, succession planning, or leadership pipeline initiativesKnowledge of retail, technology, supply chain, or consumer-facing industriesAbout Lowe’sLowe’s Companies, Inc.

(NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe’s is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat.

Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.  Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.Job SummaryJob number: JR- Profession: CorporateType: Full time