[Hiring] Talent Acquisition Consultant, Executive Recruiting, Value Creation @Vista Equity Partners Management

Role Description

The Talent Acquisition Consultant will partner directly with CEOs and board working teams to run end-to-end executive searches for Vista's portfolio companies, while building out a diverse, top-tier talent network across the SaaS ecosystem. This person will partner with external search firms to drive consistent, high-quality results, help continuously improve Vista's hiring best practices, and play a lead role in driving GenAI-enabled recruiting workflows across the team. This is a fast-paced environment with significant opportunity to develop and grow alongside a small, senior Talent function.

• Partner with CEOs and board working teams to lead end-to-end executive searches for Vista's portfolio companies.
• Build and cultivate a diverse, top-tier executive talent network across the SaaS ecosystem.
• Partner with external executive search firms to drive consistent, high-quality search outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement of Vista's executive hiring best practices and search processes.
• Lead the adoption and development of GenAI-enabled recruiting workflows across the team.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across Vista and its portfolio companies to advise on and drive strategic alignment around executive talent strategy.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in executive search or senior-level recruiting, ideally with direct exposure to C-suite or VP+ searches.
• Experience recruiting for software or technology companies; comfort evaluating technical and go-to-market talent.
• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and building consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to execute in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple engagements and shifting priorities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable owning process rigor without heavy oversight.
• Interest in or experience with GenAI tools as applied to recruiting workflows.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to engage with portfolio companies and Vista teams.
• Private equity, portfolio company, or sponsor-backed environment experience is a plus.

Requirements

• The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $125,000 - $135,000.
• Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise and the applicant's skill set.
• The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.
• Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Company Description

Vista Equity Partners is a leading global investment firm focused exclusively on enterprise software, data and technology-enabled businesses. With over $100 billion in assets under management, Vista partners with founders and management teams across a portfolio spanning Endeavor to Flagship-stage companies, combining deep operational expertise with a long track record of driving growth and value creation. Vista's talent and value creation resources work directly with portfolio company leadership to build world-class executive teams across the ecosystem.