FanDuel · 14 hours ago
Executive Recruiter
FanDuel is the premier mobile gaming company in the United States and Canada, seeking an experienced Executive Recruiter to join their Talent Acquisition team. The role focuses on leading the development of the in-house executive search function, identifying and securing top-tier executive talent across all business functions while managing complex and confidential searches.
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Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end executive search processes for C-level, SVP, VP, and other senior leadership positions
Develop and execute comprehensive search strategies for specialized, hard-to-fill roles
Build and maintain a robust pipeline of executive-level candidates across key functions
Conduct thorough candidate assessments, including behavioral and competency-based interviews
Manage confidential searches with discretion and professionalism
Collaborate closely with executive leadership and hiring managers to define role requirements and ideal candidate profiles
Design and implement scalable executive search processes, tools, and methodologies
Establish best practices for executive recruitment, including search timelines, candidate evaluation criteria, and stakeholder communication protocols
Create and maintain executive search playbooks and documentation
Develop metrics and reporting frameworks to track executive search effectiveness
Build relationships with executive search firms and other external partners as needed for specialized searches
Partner with C-level executives, SVPs, VPs, and senior leaders as a trusted recruitment advisor
Provide market intelligence and competitive insights into executive talent landscape
Counsel hiring managers on compensation benchmarking, candidate expectations, and market trends
Present candidates and provide detailed assessments to executive leadership
Facilitate offer negotiations and closing processes for senior-level hires
Conduct comprehensive market mapping and competitive intelligence for target roles
Stay current on industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and talent movement
Build and maintain relationships with executive-level professionals in relevant industries
Develop deep understanding of sports betting, iGaming, technology, and related sectors
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
7+ years of executive search experience, either in-house or with a retained search firm
Proven track record of successfully completing senior-level searches (VP+ level)
Strong understanding of executive compensation structures and market benchmarks
Exceptional relationship-building and networking skills
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple complex searches simultaneously
High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
Proficiency with ATS systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other recruiting tools
Preferred
Experience recruiting for technology, gaming, financial services, or high-growth companies
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
A 401(k) matching program
Paid personal time off
14 paid company holidays
Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws
Company
FanDuel
FanDuel is a gaming company that offers sportsbook, daily fantasy sports, horse racing, and online casino games.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$416.2MKey Investors
Kohlberg Kravis RobertsShamrock Capital AdvisorsComcast Ventures
2020-12-03Acquired
2017-09-12Series E
2016-09-14Convertible Note· $55M
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