As an Executive Recruiter at GE Vernova, you will own the strategy & execution of executive level searches that directly shape how GEV delivers the energy transition. You will advise senior executives, influence talent strategy, and operate as a true search partner in a complex, global industrial technology organization.
This role suits someone who thrives in ambiguity, makes sound calls with incomplete data, and guides senior leaders in service of the right long term hire. You will balance pace with rigor, judgment with action, and strategy with execution.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Deliver a disciplined, high‑touch candidate experience from first outreach through onboarding, with clear communication, strong closure, and executive‑grade follow‑through.
Own end to end executive searches across GE Vernova segments, including functional areas of technology, engineering, digital, & project/program management.
Design and execute data‑driven search strategies, using market intelligence and benchmark data to shape hiring decisions and expectations.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing insight on talent markets, role calibration, assessment rigor, and trade‑offs.
Anchor hiring decisions in evidence through structured assessments, calibrated criteria, references, and comparative market insight.
Build future‑ready executive talent networks by staying embedded in industrial and manufacturing talent communities through networks, referrals, research, and market monitoring.
Act as an ambassador for GE Vernova’s mission, telling a clear and credible story that influences experienced leaders to consider meaningful career moves.
Use market data and talent insights to inform workforce planning, succession conversations, and broader hiring strategy.
Establish clear search governance, decision cadence, and milestones to maintain momentum and prevent search drift.
Coach and elevate the executive recruiting community through shared standards, insights, and best practices.
Uphold operational excellence, compliance, and confidentiality, holding yourself and others to high professional standards.
Model integrity, curiosity, inclusivity, and collaboration while balancing speed, rigor, and trust.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
10+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience within complex, global organizations.
4+ years leading executive searches at the VP or officer level, either in‑house within a Fortune 500 company or a global retained executive search firm.
Proven success recruiting executive leaders in a metrics driven manufacturing, industrial operations, hardware & software engineering, infrastructure projects, or other heavy‑industry environments.
Expertise in executive compensation, LTI, and negotiation
Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate clearly and influence leaders across levels.
Advanced skills in talent analytics, market mapping, and AI to support research, assessment, and decision quality.

Location

Flexible within the Eastern or Central Time Zone (U.S.). Periodic travel required based on stakeholder and search needs.

Core Competencies (What Great Looks Like)

Experience & Technical Skills

Deep command of executive search fundamentals: research, longlisting, outreach, stakeholder calibration, structured assessment, and close.
Strong program management skills, able to manage multiple high‑stakes searches while maintaining pace and discipline.
Fluency with CRM/ATS platforms, recruitment analytics, market mapping tools, and AI‑enabled research workflows (Workday, Thrive, Copilot)
Clear, concise storytelling that translates complex role contexts into compelling narratives for senior audiences.

Functional & Leadership Impact

Strategic Talent Advisor: Shapes demand using market and organizational insight, not just fulfillment.
Assessment Rigor: Grounds decisions in evidence, benchmarks, and independent judgment.
Influence & Courage: Challenges assumptions, frames trade‑offs, and advocates for the right long‑term hire.
Candidate Experience: Runs a respectful, transparent, and inclusive process that strengthens GE Vernova’s reputation.

Behavioral Characteristics

Integrity & Confidentiality: Trusted with sensitive information and sound judgment.
Inclusion Mindset: Designs equitable processes, broadens slates, and mitigates bias.
Learning Orientation: Experiments, reflects, and continuously improves.
Results Focus: Sets clear milestones and delivers with speed and quality.
GE Vernova Way: Innovation, lean execution, accountability, one team, customer focus.

What Success Looks Like

Trusted advisor to senior leaders across all GEV segments.
Consistent delivery of high‑quality executive slates.
Clear search pacing, strong closure, and positive candidate feedback.
Recognized for setting the standard for executive search rigor and judgment.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $122,400.00 and $203,900.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 30, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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