Technology & Operations Executive Recruiter
Location: Glasgow (hybrid working available - 3 days on-site)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Technology & Operations Executive Recruiter at Vice President level to deliver world-class executive hiring services for senior leadership roles. Acting as a trusted advisor to Technology and Operations leadership, you will own the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for Director and Managing Director level appointments, providing a premium, consultative recruitment experience to both stakeholders and candidates.
This is a hands-on, individual contributor role operating in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. You will leverage deep market knowledge, direct sourcing expertise and strategic talent pipelining to secure top-tier executive talent across technology and operations functions.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver executive recruitment strategies aligned to business priorities
* Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior leadership roles, from role scoping through to offer negotiation
* Directly source executive-level talent through proactive market mapping, networking and research
* Build and maintain robust talent pipelines to meet current and future hiring needs
* Partner closely with senior leaders, HR Business Partners and Reward teams to deliver critical hires
* Provide expert market insight, guidance and challenge to hiring stakeholders
* Deliver compelling job adverts and recruitment marketing materials
* Ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new executive hires
* Track and report on recruitment performance metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement
* Manage relationships with executive search firms and professional networks where required
* Demonstrate strong risk awareness and adherence to governance and control frameworks
Expectations
In this role, you will:
* Operate as a subject matter expert in executive recruitment for Technology & Operations
* Influence strategy, drive change and contribute to long-term organisational outcomes
* Advise senior stakeholders on talent, organisational design and leadership capability
* Build trusted partnerships across the business through strong influencing and negotiation skills
* Apply sophisticated analytical thinking to solve complex recruitment challenges
* Support risk management and control standards within your area of responsibility
* Collaborate across HR and business teams to deliver aligned, high-quality outcomes
Skills & Experience Required
* Proven experience hiring executive-level Technology & Operations leaders, within financial services
* Strong experience working in large matrix financial services organisations.
* Strong track record in direct sourcing.
* In-house recruitment experience within complex, matrixed organisations
* Deep understanding of technology and operations leadership roles in banking or regulated environments
* Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing and negotiation skills
* Ability to operate with credibility and confidence at the executive level
McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.