Selection process developed by matteria

Location and Work Mode

Remote – Latin America (preferred)
Fully remote, flexible schedule

Who we are

We partner with mission-driven organizations and high-growth ventures to build leadership teams that move the world forward. Our approach blends rigorous executive search, data-informed market mapping, and a human, long-term relationship with both clients and candidates.

We’ve delivered 1,900+ placements across 15 countries (Latin America, North America, and Europe), worked with 600+ organizations across the private, public, and civil sectors, and host a talent platform with 90,000+ registered users. This scale helps us run sharper searches, faster, with a consistently excellent candidate experience.

Purpose of the Position

Lead end-to-end executive searches (Director to C-Suite and niche leadership roles) for impact-oriented organizations. You’ll own client outcomes: from scoping the leadership need to landing the hire and ensuring a great post-placement experience. This is a senior, hands-on role with strategic advisory weight and clear delivery expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the search lifecycle: intake & brief, role scorecard, compensation calibration, sourcing strategy, outreach, screening, assessment, client presentation, offer, and close.

• Market mapping & headhunting: build targeted longlists via direct sourcing, networks, and research; engage passive talent with compelling, values-aligned narratives.

• Assessment & advisory: run structured interviews; evaluate leadership competencies, cultural fit, and mission alignment; advise clients on tradeoffs and decision criteria.

• Client leadership: set search strategy and cadence, run weekly check-ins, manage stakeholders, and drive decisions to maintain momentum.

• Candidate experience: steward a world-class process—transparent timelines, timely feedback, and respectful declines.

• Reporting & analytics: maintain accurate pipeline data; present insights (funnel metrics, market intel, salary benchmarks).

• Quality & closure: reference checks, offer strategy, negotiation coaching, and onboarding guidance; contribute to post-placement follow-ups.

• Business stewardship (bonus): help scope new projects, refine playbooks, and mentor junior collaborators where relevant.

Requirements and competences to work with us

Education

• We prioritize proven capability over credentials. No specific degree required.

• What matters: a track record delivering end-to-end executive searches, sharp judgment, and consistent results.

• Advanced studies or certifications (e.g., executive coaching, org psychology, OD, analytics) are welcome but optional if your experience speaks for itself.

Experience

• 7–12+ years in executive search, senior recruiting, or leadership hiring—agency or in-house—delivering Director/C-Suite or hard-to-fill leadership roles.

• Proven track record of direct headhunting and closing passive candidates across multiple markets/time zones.

• Comfortable running multiple searches concurrently in a freelance/independent setup with clear SLAs and outcome accountability.

Knowledge and Skills

• Expertise in leadership assessment, behavioral interviewing, and talent mapping.

• Outstanding project management and organizational abilities.

• Proficiency in digital recruitment platforms, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and professional networking tools.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in executive recruitment practices.

• Fluency in English; additional languages (such as Spanish or Portuguese) are an asset.

Competencies

• Ownership & speed: bias to action, proactive risk-mitigation, reliable on-time delivery.

• Judgment: sharp evaluation of leadership competencies and cultural/mission fit.

• Consultative influence: clear, candid communication; ability to challenge assumptions respectfully.

• Global mindset: comfort working across cultures, languages, and sectors; high adaptability.

• Integrity & empathy: candidate-first approach with uncompromising ethics and confidentiality.

• Learning agility: iterate on playbooks, test new channels, and share best practices.

Our team profile

• We Connect with People: curiosity, empathy, and meaningful opportunities.

• We Solve for the Client: their impact is our impact; we exceed expectations.

• We Are World-Class: rigorous preparation, professional presence, never late.

• Responsible Autonomy: freedom with sound judgment; ownership and speed.

• We Solve with Data: evidence over opinion; reduce bias, decide better.

• We Take Care of EVERY Detail: impeccable deliverables; craft matters.

• Immediate Feedback: candid, caring, and frequent—growth is a team sport.

• Curiosity: learn daily, research proactively, elevate collective knowledge.

• AI Collaborates with Us: tech amplifies our creativity and execution.

• We Love to Laugh: humility and humor as resilience and connection.

Reasons to join our team

• Partner with leaders building real-world social, environmental, and economic impact.

• Run sophisticated cross-border searches with autonomy and senior client exposure.

• Join a community that values craft, ethics, and long-term relationships.

• Flexible, remote work with performance-based earning potential.

Relevant details before applying for this vacancy

• Contract type: Freelance/Independent Contractor.

• Engagement model: project-based; clear fees/SOW, weekly cadence, defined SLAs.

• Availability: capacity to manage 2–4 concurrent senior searches end-to-end.

• Language: Spanish (native/advanced) and professional English; Portuguese is a GREAT plus.