$150K - 220K a year
Lead executive recruiting efforts for senior leadership in tech and data sectors, managing search strategies, candidate assessments, and relationships with talent providers.
10+ years of executive search experience in US tech or media companies, strong networks in tech hubs, expertise in candidate assessment, and managing search firms.
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Nielsen is dedicated to powering a better media future through insights that drive client decisions. They are seeking a highly experienced Executive Recruiter to lead the sourcing of senior leadership candidates in the tech, information services, and data services sectors, playing a vital role in shaping Nielsen's global talent acquisition strategy. Responsibilities • Establish and drive best practices across the full recruiting process (intake through to placement) for both internal and external searches • Ensure each senior search is set up with a considered search strategy, targeting relevant candidate pools in tech, information services and data services • Develop and apply best practices in candidate screening and assessment, leveraging scorecards and JDs • Establish and lead a small team focused on executive hiring and share insights and best practices with the team • Build and manage relationships with talent providers, including search firms (retained and contingent) and professional networks. • Evaluate and assess talent partners using a common framework • Manage contract negotiations and drive standardization/preferred agreements with key firms as appropriate • Assess candidates against agreed scorecard • Where appropriate, manage candidates through the process, providing them with timely feedback and updates and develop a rapport • Manage process with senior internal stakeholders, ensuring process runs smoothly and feedback is gathered and provided to the team at appropriate times • Partner with hiring managers, HRBPs (and sponsors when needed) to navigate complex offer negotiations and compensation structures • Oversee third party referencing and background checks as required Skills • Minimum 10 years of combined experience in executive search firms and in-house recruiting for US tech (including information and data services) or Media companies, with a corresponding track record of successful executive placements. • Extensive knowledge of, and deep networks within, the US and global tech talent landscape, including major tech hubs like New York City and Silicon Valley. • Advanced skills in deconstructing complex searches and developing creative sourcing strategies to uncover non-obvious talent pools. • Highly adept at screening candidates and assessing fit relative to the scorecard/JD. • Strong candidate and client management skills, including a proven ability to effectively partner with C-suite executives. • Solid networks with talent providers, and has evaluated and articulated the expertise of search firms. • In-depth understanding of search firm contracting and management. • Strong business acumen and ability to understand the nuances of various tech and data companies. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to thrive in a team environment. • Experience recruiting for roles across various US locations. • Preferably knowledge of international executive recruitment. • Track record of building diverse talent pipelines. • Familiarity with the talent ecosystem in both multinational and US-based tech companies. • Proficiency in the latest recruitment technologies and methodologies. Benefits • Health & wellness plans • 401(k) retirement coupled with a Nielsen match • A generous paid time off policy • Company provided car for those who qualify • If eligible, a discretionary incentive/bonus Company Overview • Nielsen provides a comprehensive understanding of what consumers watch and buy. It was founded in 1963, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.nielsen.com. Company H1B Sponsorship • Nielsen has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 17 in 2025, 36 in 2024, 74 in 2023, 147 in 2022, 98 in 2021, 144 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
This job posting was last updated on 10/23/2025