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Director of Executive Recruiting

Director of Executive Recruiting

Blue OriginSeattle, WA, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Director Of Executive Recruiting

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

Blue Origin is building a future where millions of people can live and work in space, and that audacious vision requires exceptional leadership at every level. The Director of Executive Recruiting owns architecting a world-class talent ecosystem that anticipates demand, attracts transformational leaders proactively, and delivers operationally excellent executive search. This is a rare opportunity to define how a pioneering space company competes for and wins the executive talent that will enable our most critical missions.

As both strategic advisor and hands-on leader, you'll partner directly with C-suite and VP-level executives to shape organizational capability while leading a high-performing team of Executive Recruiters, Researchers, and Talent Specialists. You'll build sophisticated market intelligence, establish enterprise-grade recruiting infrastructure, and orchestrate seamless collaboration across HR, Finance, Legal, and Business Leadership to deliver an exceptional end-to-end executive talent experience.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Strategy

  • Own the vision, strategy, and execution of Blue Origin's Executive Recruiting and Onboarding Program
  • Define the annual executive hiring plan and present quarterly business reviews to evaluate and report program performance
  • Build strategic partnerships with cross-functional partner teams to enable program delivery and drive continuous improvement through data-driven analysis

Team Leadership & Development

  • Build, lead, and develop high-performing team of Executive Recruiters, Researchers, and Executive Talent Specialists.
  • Guide and oversee program management, executive level marketing and events, and recruiting coordination.
  • Establish clear accountability structures, performance expectations, and development pathways while managing capacity planning and resource allocation.
  • Executive Search Excellence

  • Serve as strategic advisor to C-suite and VP-level leaders on executive talent acquisition strategy and market dynamics
  • Lead high-priority and confidential executive searches requiring C-suite stakeholder management
  • Oversee development of assessment frameworks and hiring playbooks that deliver speed, quality, and inclusivity.
  • Market Intelligence & Proactive Pipeline Development

  • Build proprietary talent intelligence and long-term engagement strategies that cultivate relationships with industry-leading executives before hiring needs arise.
  • Monitor compensation trends, competitive positioning, and organizational changes to optimize Blue Origin's executive value proposition
  • Program Operations & Stakeholder Partnership

  • Ensure Program Operations establishes enterprise-grade infrastructure and oversee Employer Brand & Events strategy
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partner teams in executive onboarding, learning & development, talent management, finance, and people ensure seamless experiences throughout the executive candidate journey.
  • Manage program budget including technology subscriptions, assessment tools, and brand / event programming.
  • Required Qualifications

  • 10+ years of talent acquisition experience with 5+ years managing multi-disciplined recruiting teams.
  • Track record of successful executive search delivery and leading full-life cycle executive recruiting.
  • Demonstrates strategic and operational excellence with executive search methodology and process, proactive pipeline development, advanced executive assessment, and complex offer negotiation.
  • Executive presence and credibility to serve as strategic advisor to C-suite and VP-level business leaders.
  • Experience with program management including roadmap development, KPI establishment, budget management, and cross-functional coordination.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent business writing skills including operating plans, strategies, goals, and business reviews.
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or technology sectors recruiting for technical and operational executives.
  • Background building and / or transforming recruiting programs from ground up.
  • Proven success integrating talent acquisition with succession planning and leadership development.
  • Exceptional organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of discretion, integrity, and sensitivity to confidential information.
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Compensation Range for : WA applicants is $182,450.00-$255,429.30

    Other site ranges may differ

    Culture Statement

    Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

    Export Control Regulations

    Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

    Background Check

  • Required for all positions : Blue's Standard Background Check
  • Required for Certain Job Profiles : Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
  • Required for Certain Job Profiles : Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and / or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including : Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation / shipping training.
  • Required for certain Job Profiles : Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
  • Benefits

  • Benefits include : Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
  • Paid Time Off : Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
  • Discretionary bonus : Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
  • Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity

    Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin / ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military / veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and / or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

    Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

    Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and / or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a

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