Our latest Recruiter Confidence Index points to a tight hiring market—fewer job openings, especially at the executive level. At the same time, if uncertainty continues (due to the trade war or other economic pressures), more executives may find themselves in transition due to layoffs, restructuring, or stalled promotions.
You’ll likely see:
- More executives entering the job market.
- Fewer companies actively hiring.
This imbalance can create a highly competitive environment for executive roles, making differentiation and strategic networking even more critical for senior-level job seekers. According to former recruiter and current ExecuNet Career Strategist Stacie Haller, this is business as usual in the executive job market. There are great jobs to be had and it’s always competitive for executives; only the candidates who are most accomplished at communicating their brand value to their network and prospective employers will receive the offers.
