Executive Search Partner

Social Discovery Group (SDG) is a global leader in social discovery platforms operating in 150+ countries with 1000+ professionals. The company seeks an Executive Search Partner to conduct end-to-end executive searches for senior and C-suite roles, building talent pipelines and managing the complete recruitment lifecycle from sourcing through offer closure.

• Run hands-on end-to-end executive searches (brief → search strategy → shortlist → offer → closure) for senior and executive roles
• Build and maintain talent pipelines and market maps for core functions and products
• Source passive candidates via LinkedIn Recruiter, referrals, events, and targeted outreach; manage outreach cadence and employer brand touchpoints
• Run structured interview processes and scorecards; advise hiring managers on assessment and calibration
• Negotiate offers and manage closing process including compensation benchmarking and reference checks
• Track, report, and improve recruiting KPIs and candidate experience metrics
• Coach hiring managers on hiring best practices and diversity-aware sourcing
• Own candidate data hygiene in ATS and ensure recruitment process compliance (GDPR / local laws)

• 5–7 years of progressive hands-on recruiting/executive search experience (in-house or within retained search firms)
• Proven track record closing mid-senior to executive level (Director / VP / C-suite or equivalent)
• Preferably experience hiring for technology companies (SaaS, Platform, FinTech, Consumer Tech / Marketplace) or high-risk industries such as gambling, or dating & gaming companies
• Experience recruiting across EMEA and good understanding of the CIS technology landscape

• Remote full-time opportunity
• Vacation: 28 calendar days per year
• 7 wellness days per year for personal issues
• Bonuses up to $5,000 for successful employee referrals
• 50% payment for professional training and international conferences
• Corporate discount for English lessons
• Health benefits: up to $1,000 gross per year if not eligible for corporate medical insurance
• Workplace equipment: equipped office or co-working space provided; up to $1,000 reimbursement every 3 years for home office setup
• Internal gamified gratitude system with merchandise and team building rewards