Principal Recruiter, Executive Search

Whoop•Boston, MA

1d•$110,000 - $140,000

About The Position

At WHOOP, weâre on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. WHOOP is hiring a Principal Recruiter, Executive Search to lead and scale executive hiring across the organization. This role will serve as a strategic talent advisor to senior leadership, driving the identification, engagement, and hiring of transformative leaders who will accelerate WHOOPâs growth and impact. The Principal Recruiter will own end-to-end executive search strategy, elevate our talent bar, and ensure a high-touch, high-impact candidate experience that reflects WHOOPâs commitment to high performance.

Requirements

8+ years of recruiting experience, with significant focus on executive search in-house and/or within a retained search firm environment.
Proven track record of hiring VP and C-level leaders across diverse functions in high-growth or technology-driven organizations.
Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders with credibility and sound judgment.
Demonstrated expertise in market mapping, talent research, and building long-term relationships with passive candidates.
High degree of discretion and integrity when handling confidential and sensitive information.
Data-driven mindset with experience leveraging recruiting metrics to inform strategy and continuously improve outcomes.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities.
Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end executive searches across business, technical, and operational functions, from role definition and market mapping through offer negotiation and close.
Partner closely with C-level and senior leaders to define leadership profiles aligned with company strategy, long-term value creation, and cultural principles.
Develop proactive talent pipelines, leveraging research, data, and market insights to anticipate future leadership needs.
Conduct rigorous candidate assessment and calibration processes that elevate our talent bar while keeping hiring stakeholders apprised of updates.
Advise stakeholders on executive compensation trends, competitive intelligence, and hiring best practices to drive informed decision-making.
Continuously refine executive recruiting processes, tools, and reporting to improve efficiency and quality of hire.
Help grow the WHOOP talent network by attending (and at times, facilitating) events that position WHOOP as an employer of choice and cultivate long-term relationships with high-impact executive talent.