About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

 

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

We are seeking a strategic and analytical Executive Recruiter to join our high-impact Talent Acquisition team. This individual contributor role reports to the Sr. Director of Talent Acquisition and plays a critical part in identifying, engaging, and hiring senior-level leaders who will drive innovation and transformation across Lumen

You will partner closely with executive leadership to align hiring strategies with business priorities, leveraging your deep market insight, stakeholder influence, and fluency in emerging technologies.

Location

This is a remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the U.S.

The Main Responsibilities Lead full-cycle executive recruitment for executive leadership roles, from sourcing and engagement to offer negotiation and onboarding.Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies using referrals, networking, social media, events, and direct outreach.Conduct market research, talent mapping, and competitive benchmarking to identify and engage passive candidates.Evaluate candidates through structured interviews, leadership assessments, and cultural fit analysis.Advise senior stakeholders on hiring strategies, talent trends, and organizational design.Build and maintain long-term relationships with executive talent and internal partners.Leverage data and talent metrics to inform decision-making and optimize recruiting performance.Stay current on industry trends, digital transformation, and the evolving future of work.Core Competencies

Strategic & Analytical Thinking

Expertise in solving complex business problems using structured frameworks and data-driven insights.Skilled in synthesizing talent metrics into actionable strategies for C-suite stakeholders.Proficient in market analysis, operational optimization, and competitive intelligence.

 

Executive Talent Acquisition & Assessment

Deep understanding of global talent markets and executive search methodologies.Proven ability to identify, engage, and assess top-tier leadership talent across functions and industries.Skilled in behavioral interviewing, leadership potential evaluation, and cultural fit assessment.

 

Stakeholder Management & Influence

Adept at building trust-based relationships with senior executives, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.Strong communication and storytelling skills to influence decision-making at the highest levels.Demonstrates high-velocity decision-making and sound judgment under ambiguity.

 

Leadership Development & Organizational Design

Experience advising on complex hiring initiatives and succession planning.Familiarity with leadership frameworks, high-potential talent development, and AI-driven assessment tools.

 

Innovation & Tech Fluency

Comfortable navigating fast-paced, tech-driven environments with a focus on innovation and scalability.Familiar with digital transformation, AI/ML trends, and the future of work.Experience leveraging technology platforms for recruiting, analytics, and collaboration.What We Look For in a Candidate

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Computer Science, or a related field—or equivalent experience.12+ years of recruiting experience, with a strong focus on senior and executive-level roles.Demonstrated success in sourcing and hiring executive talent in a competitive market.Proficiency with recruiting platforms and tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, SeekOut, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and applicant tracking systems.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Deep understanding of the technical landscape, including current technologies, platforms, and frameworks.High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity in handling confidential information.Self-starter with a proactive, results-driven mindset and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.Strong organizational skills and a commitment to clarity, transparency, and collaboration.Compensation This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$129,639 - $172,852 in these states: AL  AR  AZ  FL  GA  IA  ID  IN  KS  KY  LA  ME  MO  MS  MT  ND  NE  NM  OH  OK  PA  SC  SD  TN  UT  VT  WI  WV  WY 
$136,121 - $181,494 in these states: CO  HI  MI  MN  NC  NH  NV  OR  RI 
$142,603 - $190,137 in these states: AK  CA  CT  DC  DE  IL  MA  MD  NJ  NY  TX  VA  WA 

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.

 

Learn more about Lumen's:BenefitsBonus Structure

 

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Requisition #: 339533

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

 

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

 

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Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.

Application Deadline
08/21/2025