Principal Talent Partner, Executive Search

JOB LEVEL

M60/P60

EMPLOYEE ROLE

Individual Contributor

The Opportunity

Adobe is seeking a Principal Talent Partner, Executive Search, to lead highly visible, impactful, and strategic talent acquisition initiatives. This role requires a trusted, highly experienced professional who can navigate the inherent complexity of executive searches, manage high-stakes situations under pressure, and deliver optimal outcomes for the business. The Principal Talent Partner will demonstrate deep industry knowledge, a strong understanding of Adobe’s long-term vision, and insight into competitive landscapes across geographies and markets to identify, attract, and secure top-tier talent.

This role is a combination of strategy, execution, and influence. The Principal Talent Partner will lead executive searches, provide actionable talent intelligence, and represent Adobe with the highest levels of discretion, judgment, and professionalism. They will also play a critical role in shaping the culture of the Talent Acquisition team by mentoring others, hiring for alignment with Adobe’s values, and driving continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Lead high-stakes executive searches: Manage the full lifecycle of complex searches across Product, Engineering, and other strategic business areas, ensuring excellence in every step of the process.
• Navigate complexity and ambiguity: Apply strategic judgment and patience when managing ambiguous and time sensitive situations, complex negotiations, and competing priorities.
• Influence senior leaders: Confidently represent Talent Acquisition in front of Adobe executives, advising on best practices, setting expectations and SLAs, and securing buy-in on hiring and talent strategies.
• Provide actionable talent intelligence: Guide leadership teams on market trends, compensation structures, talent availability, and competitive insights to enable prescient decision-making.
• Build strategic pipelines: Develop long-term talent pipelines for high-demand, hard-to-fill roles and anticipate future hiring needs aligned with business growth and long-term goals.
• Foster trusted relationships: Develop credibility with internal partners, candidates, and industry professionals while maintaining maximum discretion and trust.
• Mentor and shape culture: Lead by example, uplift the team, promote a growth mindset, and hire not just for skills but for alignment with Adobe’s values and vision.
• Leverage data and analytics: Track and report key recruitment metrics, identify effective sourcing channels, and provide insights to continuously improve search strategy and outcomes.

What is needed to Succeed

• 10+ years of executive recruiting experience in a fast-paced technology company, preferably in Product and Engineering.
• Proven ability to navigate high-stakes situations with discretion, sound judgment, and influence.
• Track record of building credible, trusted relationships with senior executives and external talent.
• Strong organizational agility and ability to work effectively in a matrixed, global environment.
• Deep understanding of executive compensation strategies, benchmarks, and offer negotiations.
• Expertise in guiding leadership teams with a consultative, data-informed approach to hiring.
• Ability to anticipate challenges, prevent derailment of key initiatives, and take thoughtful, strategic action.
• Demonstrated ability to influence culture, mentor teams, and elevate talent acquisition practices across the organization.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several  U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $173,600 -- $306,625 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.‌

In California, the pay range for this position is $211,800 - $306,625

At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).

In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.

State-Specific Notices

California

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Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.

Colorado

Application Window Notice

If this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.

Massachusetts

Massachusetts Legal Notice

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Internal Opportunities

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At Adobe, you will be immersed in an exceptional work environment that is recognized around the world. You will also be surrounded by colleagues who are committed to helping each other grow through our unique Check-In approach where ongoing feedback flows freely. If you’re looking to make an impact, Adobe's the place for you. Discover what our employees are saying about their career experiences on the Adobe Life blog and explore the meaningful benefits we offer.

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