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At a glance
Amazon is hiring a Senior Executive Recruiter in Seattle, WA. It is a full-time role in HR & Talent, asking for at least 5 years of experience, first listed on November 10. Amazon has 506 other openings in the US, 104 of them in Seattle, WA. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 21 HR & Talent openings in Seattle, WA today; the typical one asks for 5 years and advertises about $142,000 a year at the midpoint.
How the pay compares
Amazon has not published pay for this job, or we could not find it in the advert. Of the 24 HR & talent jobs in Washington on USA Jobs 24, 92% show pay, and the typical yearly midpoint among them is $143,000. That gives you a fair starting point when the subject comes up. Washington has a pay transparency law that requires most employers to give a pay range for jobs there, so it is reasonable to ask the recruiter for it.
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About hiring at Amazon
Amazon has 507 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 33 states. Most are in software & IT (164), data & AI (79) and operations (74). The biggest locations are Seattle, WA (105), Bellevue, WA (34) and Redmond, WA (29). 1% of them are remote, 10% are open to entry-level candidates and 4% show pay. We collect Amazon's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Amazon Jobs), never from job boards or agencies.
The employer's advert
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The Senior Executive Recruiter will be fully responsible for owning and executing executive level (Director) searches. Qualified candidates will be well-versed in all aspects of an executive search including creative candidate sourcing, candidate generation and development, client management, and offer/negotiation. The role will also include the following responsibilities:
• Conducting research to map target companies and top talent for Amazon
• Creating unique and robust search strategies to identify and attract the best and brightest
• Developing innovative ways to raise the bar on how Amazon recruits talent
• Calibrating candidates with hiring managers and senior leaders
• Developing prospects into candidates through engagement and assessment
• Continually contributing to the knowledge base of executive recruiting, and Amazon, by providing education on relevant industries and talent pools
• Building out talent networks and tapping knowledgeable industry sources to develop an on-going pool of candidates
• Leading client update meetings on active searches
• Conducting on-site interviews, participating in debriefs, performing 360 reference checks, and presenting employment offers on behalf of Amazon
• Providing strategic guidance and advice in a true partnership with executive leadership
Key job responsibilities
Critical success factors in this role:
• Research; a researcher should be able to learn new technology and product domains, and then quickly understand and apply this knowledge into effective search strategies
• Communication; a compelling communicator should be able to effectively engage the attention of executive stakeholders, and articulate complex arguments in a polished and professional manner
• Tact & High Judgment; know when to apply the right pressure and when to move on
• Self-assured; not easily thrown, able to think on your feet and work on highly confidential searches with senior leadership
Focus and Deliverables for the first 12 months:
• Full Amazon immersion; learn our business models, competencies, and leadership principles
• Develop search strategies, conduct research, perform thorough assessments, and present qualified candidates for executive searches
• Learn about Amazon’s overall needs across functional areas and develop strategies for individual and team success in the identification and attraction of senior-level talent
Basic qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 5+ years of full life cycle recruiting experience
- Experience building candidate sourcing and closing strategies
Preferred qualifications
- Experience utilizing sourcing tools and conducting proactive research
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, Seattle - 137,900.00 - 186,500.00 USD annually
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