Executive Recruiter

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In the posting’s own words

We're hiring an Executive Recruiter to help shape the next generation of senior leadership at Figma. In this highly strategic role, you'll partner closely with senior leaders to define and deliver searches for some of our most critical hires across the business, spanning Director, VP, and C-suite roles.

What it asks for · 5

• 8+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with at least 2+ years focused on executive hiring
• Experience hiring for both technical and non-technical leadership roles in house
• A track record of owning searches end-to-end and closing senior leadership hires (Director, VP, C-suite)
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted, consultative partnerships with senior stakeholders and influence their thinking
• Strong business acumen, with a clear understanding of how leadership roles impact company strategy and the ability to speak credibly to org design and talent tradeoffs

Also a plus

• Experience in product-driven or design-led technology companies

What the job covers

• Own full-cycle executive searches end-to-end, from intake and role scoping through pipeline generation, assessment, offer negotiation, and close - for Director, VP, and above roles across the entire Figma business
• Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to senior hiring leaders, helping shape search strategy, calibrate candidate profiles, and navigate org design and talent decisions
• Lead in-depth talent mapping and market research across industries, competitors, and adjacent spaces to build a real-time understanding of the executive talent landscape
• Act as a brand steward, ensuring every touchpoint—with candidates, hiring leaders, and the business—reflects Figma's values, quality, and attention to craft
• Lead offer strategy and negotiation for senior candidates, balancing candidate experience with business needs
• Continuously refine search and partnership approaches based on market signals, hiring outcomes, and stakeholder feedback

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