Head of Executive Recruiting

Delivery Hero · Barcelona, ES

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Full-timeLeadMay 2026 · checked today

We have a vision: To give everyone easy access to anything in their cities. And this is where your ride starts.YOUR MISSION

Build and lead a world-class executive search function that directly shapes the Glovo Talent House. As Head of Executive Search, your mission is to personally deliver critical leadership hires while building, coaching, and inspiring a small team of exceptional executive recruiters.

You will act as a trusted advisor to the Executive Team and Board, combining hands-on execution with strategic leadership to raise the bar for senior talent globally. Every hire you and your team make will strengthen our leadership bench, culture, and long-term performance.

The journey

Personally lead and execute end-to-end executive searches for the most critical C-level, VP, and Director roles, from role scoping to offer acceptance

Build, lead, and coach a high-performing team of 3-4 executive recruiters, setting clear standards for quality, pace, and candidate experience

Partner closely with the Executive Team, Board members, and senior leaders as a strategic advisor on executive hiring, leadership capabilities, and succession planning

Balance hands-on delivery with team leadership, prioritizing roles, allocating searches, and stepping in where impact is highest

Build and maintain a strong global network of senior leaders, proactively engaging talent ahead of business needs

Ensure a consistently outstanding, human, and values-led executive candidate experience across all searches

Use market insights, data, and hiring metrics to inform decisions, identify trends, and continuously raise the leadership bar

What you will bring to the ride

3+ years in leading executive search team and 8+  years of experience hiring executive and senior leadership (C-level, VP, Director) across multiple business functions and complex international environments

Strong credibility and experience partnering with executive leadership teams and boards, with the ability to challenge and influence at the highest level

Deep expertise in executive assessment

Exceptional networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to access and engage top-tier leadership talent globally

A strategic yet pragmatic mindset, able to switch seamlessly between long-term planning and hands-on execution

Strong data and insight orientation, using market intelligence and hiring metrics to inform decisions without compromising quality or candidate experience

High standards, sound judgment, and a passion for building diverse, high-performing leadership teams

Individuals representing diverse profiles, encompassing various genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds, are less likely to apply for this role if they do not possess solid experience in 100% of these areas. Even if it seems you don't meet our musts don't let it stop you, we are all about finding the best talent out there! Skills can be learned, and embracing diversity is invaluable.

We believe driven talent deserves:

🌟 An enticing equity plan that lets you own a piece of the action (applicable for senior roles and above).

💪 Private health insurance to keep you at your peak.

🍔 Monthly Glovo credit to satisfy your cravings!

💳 Coverflex discounts on gyms, wellbeing, technology, pharmacy, courses, and even kindergarten expenses.

🏊 Discounted gym memberships to keep you energized.

🏖️ 28 days of time off, the freedom to work from home two days a week, and the opportunity to work from anywhere for up to three weeks a year!

👪 Enhanced parental leave, and nursery monetary support for the first 6 months.

🧠 Online therapy and well-being benefits to ensure your mental well-being.