[Hiring] Senior Associate - Technology Practice @Modern Executive Solutions

Role Description

We are seeking a Director (Senior Associate level) to join our Technology Practice. Directors typically have a primary and secondary Practice. Technology would be your primary practice. This is a high-accountability role for an experienced executive search professional who wants to own research strategy and lead first-round executive assessment across complex, enterprise-level searches.

• Own research and market mapping strategy across multiple retained searches
• Conduct first-round executive interviews and lead the majority of first-stage assessments
• Exercise strong judgment in candidate calibration and advancement decisions
• Play an active role in client update calls, presenting market insights and candidate recommendations
• Mentor Associates and Associate Directors
• Maintain high standards of quality, rigor, and execution

Directors typically manage six concurrent searches and deliver approximately 14+ searches annually. Our Technology Practice focuses on senior technology leadership roles — including CIO, CTO, CDO, CISO, VP Engineering, and related enterprise leaders — primarily within large, complex, and Fortune 500 organizations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in retained executive search or senior-level executive recruiting
• Experience managing multiple concurrent executive searches
• Demonstrated ownership of research strategy and market mapping (90%+ accuracy expected)
• Experience conducting executive-level interviews (VP, SVP, C-suite)
• Strong executive presence and communication skills
• High standards for quality and accountability
• Technology executive search experience within enterprise environments is strongly preferred, but those with an interest in technology executive search will be considered.

Benefits

• Purpose-Driven Work: Join a team that is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and gives back to the community by donating 10% of annual profits to support underserved youth and educational opportunities.
• Impactful Projects: Contribute to meaningful projects that positively impact clients’ organizations, communities, and the development of diverse leaders.
• Professional Growth: Gain exposure to various aspects of the business, with opportunities for mentorship, leadership development, and career advancement.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401(k) match.
• Flexibility & Balance: Benefit from a flexible remote work environment, paid parental leave, and an office setup stipend to support your work-from-home needs.

Company Description

Modern Executive Solutions is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for everyone, regardless of ethnicity, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, national origin, age, disability status, veteran or military status or care-giver status.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you need assistance completing this application.