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GitLabPrincipal Executive Recruiter
GitLab operates an intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps, helping organizations boost developer efficiency, streamline operations, and minimize security and compliance risks. More than half of Fortune…
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GitLab operates an intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps, helping organizations boost developer efficiency, streamline operations, and minimize security and compliance risks. More than half of Fortune 100 companies and over 50 million registered users utilize GitLab to deliver secure software rapidly. As part of its high-performance operating model, the company incorporates artificial intelligence as a core productivity driver across daily workflows. GitLab seeks a Principal Executive Recruiter to direct vice-presidential…
Job Description
GitLab operates an intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps, helping organizations boost developer efficiency, streamline operations, and minimize security and compliance risks. More than half of Fortune 100 companies and over 50 million registered users utilize GitLab to deliver secure software rapidly. As part of its high-performance operating model, the company incorporates artificial intelligence as a core productivity driver across daily workflows.
GitLab seeks a Principal Executive Recruiter to direct vice-presidential and senior-level searches across corporate departments such as Finance, Legal, People, and Sales. Operating remotely, this position requires partnering directly with C-suite stakeholders to source, evaluate, and secure leadership talent through market intelligence and research-driven methods. Alongside handling complete search lifecycles from initial mapping to closing, the professional will help refine executive hiring strategies and methodologies while balancing speed and thoroughness.
The ideal candidate possesses a hands-on approach to managing sensitive executive searches autonomously in a dynamic technology setting. This position suits an experienced talent professional skilled at influencing senior leadership, navigating complex compensation discussions, and building enduring relationships with passive executive candidates.
Responsibilities
- Manage executive leadership searches end to end, covering market mapping, strategy development, candidate assessment, selection, and closing.
- Advise C-suite executives and business leaders on hiring decisions while addressing complex stakeholder dynamics.
- Formulate talent strategies using competitive intelligence, creative sourcing, and recruitment data.
- Cultivate relationships with passive executive candidates to align their motivations with company priorities.
- Partner with hiring managers to establish success profiles and guide evidence-based evaluations.
- Maintain high-touch candidate relationships through negotiations and competing opportunities.
- Handle multiple confidential, business-critical searches simultaneously with discretion and urgency.
- Work alongside Talent Acquisition leaders to enhance assessment tools, reporting, and search frameworks.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience independently leading VP-level and senior executive searches to successful hires.
- Executive recruitment background spanning corporate areas like Sales, People, Legal, or Finance.
- Ability to build trusted partnerships with C-suite executives and offer candid, evidence-based guidance.
- Expertise in talent research, market mapping, creative sourcing, and closing passive executive talent.
- Negotiation and communication capabilities for handling sensitive searches and compensation discussions.
Qualifications
- Background in high-growth technology or enterprise software organizations.
- Experience conducting global executive searches.
- Familiarity with distributed organizational structures.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Flexible paid time off
- Team member resource groups
- Equity compensation and employee stock purchase plan
- Growth and development fund
- Parental leave
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, all roles at GitLab are remote, though certain positions may carry specific location-based eligibility requirements.
What is the salary range for this role?
For United States residents, the base salary range is USD 184,800 to 314,400 per year, which does not include bonuses, equity, or benefits.
What employment type is this?
This is a full-time position.
What functional areas will the recruiter cover?
The recruiter will lead searches for senior leadership across corporate teams including Sales, People, Legal, and Finance.
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