Executive Corporate Recruiter

Who We Are

AIR Communities is a Multifamily Real Estate Operator headquartered in Denver, CO. We are one of the country's largest owners and operators of multifamily housing, managing high-quality properties in most major markets. At AIR, we value integrity, respect, collaboration, customer focus, and performance. These values are brought to life by our teammates, who are ultimately responsible for our success. When you join our team, you'll work alongside the most dedicated professionals in the industry and open the door to unlimited career opportunities.

The Executive Recruiter is a working manager responsible for leading executive and highly specialized recruiting efforts across AIR Communities. This role partners closely with senior leaders and corporate business groups to deliver high quality talent for key roles, while also providing leadership and oversight to corporate recruiters and key talent programs.

This position balances hands on recruiting execution with people leadership and program ownership, serving as a trusted advisor to business leaders and a key contributor to AIR’s long term talent strategy.

Where You Will Work

Our corporate office is located in the Denver Tech Center. Our office spans the top two floors of the building and features expansive views of the mountains and the downtown skyline. 

AIR values relationships and the benefits from working side by side with teammates, therefore this position will be in-office 5 days a week to support central administrative operations.

Executive & Specialized Recruiting

• Own full‑cycle recruiting for AIR’s offsite business groups, ensuring a consistent, high‑touch candidate and hiring leader experience.
• Manage an active workload of approximately 5-10 requisitions at any given time, filling 50–75 positions annually.
• Develop and maintain robust pipelines of executive talent through proactive sourcing, networking, and relationship management.
• Serve as a consultative partner to senior leaders on role scoping, market insights, candidate assessment, and hiring strategies.

Leadership & Team Oversight

• Lead, coach, and develop one or more Corporate Recruiters, providing guidance on recruiting strategy, prioritization, and execution.
• Ensure recruiting processes are followed consistently and aligned with AIR standards, quality expectations, and compliance requirements.
• Act as a subject matter expert for executive recruiting best practices and internal mobility.

Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary relationship owner for assigned corporate business groups, building strong, trusted partnerships with executives and HR leaders.
• Provide regular updates on pipeline health, hiring risks, and market trends impacting executive talent acquisition.

Program Ownership

• Support the placement of teammates participating in Rotational Development Programs, partnering with leaders to align development opportunities with business needs.

Key Competencies

• Delivers Results with Discipline and Urgency
  
  Consistently drives executive recruiting outcomes with strong ownership, follow‑through, and attention to quality, operating with a clear sense of priority and speed.
• Builds Trust Through Clear, Influential Communication
  
  Communicates with clarity and intention, providing timely, transparent, and actionable guidance to senior leaders, candidates, and recruiting partners.
• Leads and Develops Others to Perform at a High Level
  
  Actively supports, coaches, and develops corporate recruiters, setting clear expectations, offering meaningful feedback, and investing in others’ success.
• Adapts Quickly and Thoughtfully in a Changing Environment
  
  Navigates shifting business needs and market dynamics with flexibility, sound judgment, and a solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Thinks and Acts with Enterprise Perspective
  
  Approaches executive hiring with a business‑owner mindset, balancing short‑term needs with long‑term leadership capability, organizational impact, and risk awareness.

What You Have

• 7+ years of progressive recruiting experience, including significant experience recruiting Director‑level and above roles or highly specialized positions.
• Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring recruiters in a fast‑paced, high‑expectation environment.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence, advise, and challenge senior leaders when needed.
• Proven ability to manage multiple high‑priority searches simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and candidate experience.
• Experience partnering with HR, Compensation, and senior leadership on complex hiring decisions.

• Expected pay rate of $110,000 - $130,000 + annual target bonus. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and specific experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• 25% Rent Discount at any AIR community (a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match contribution.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 14 holidays.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours of paid time annually for community service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth.

What You Need to Know

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 4/24/2026. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.