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SAAS EXECUTIVE SEARCH

Recruit SaaS Executives who Drive Growth, Innovation, & Profitability.

Talentfoot is the nation’s top SaaS Executive Search firm. With a 98% success rate and 2,500+ clients served, we specialize in recruiting top SaaS executives across marketing, sales, technology, operations, accounting & finance. 

Industry leading client success rate for private equity recruiting

Trusted by Over 2,500 SaaS Companies

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The Top SaaS Executive Search Firm

98% success rate. 100,000+ SaaS leaders. Candidates as fast as 5 days.

The stakes are clear: Your next leadership hire will either accelerate your trajectory or stall your momentum. In SaaS, there’s no middle ground.

That’s why software companies of all size and stages trust us to find their market-moving executives. Our 98% success rate comes from understanding what exceptional looks like in SaaS—and having the network to deliver it. In 15 years, we’ve vetted 200,000+ leaders against the metrics that matter: ARR growth, net revenue retention, GTM innovation, and operational scale.

While others send resumes, we deliver revenue drivers. While others talk process, we show proof. And while the SaaS market races toward $1.2 trillion, we ensure you have the leaders to capture your share.

Never Meet an Unqualified Candidate Again

We only headhunt high-caliber SaaS executives who are leading their team to record numbers. That means you only meet the top 1% of candidates that fit your ideal candidate profile and who possess the skills, industry experience, and a track record of success.

Make the Right Hire, Everytime

You can’t afford to make a hiring mistake. That’s why you get complimentary psychometric leadership testing and personalized coaching sessions. This value-added service provides you valuable insights into candidate suitability and helps you supports their professional growth and development. 

Our Executive Search Process

Search Consultation & Strategy
Customized Recruitment Plan
Plan Execution
Placement
Post-Hire Engagement and Support
Search Consultation and Strategy
Customized Recruitment Plan
Plan Execution
Placement
Post-hire engagement and support

RISK-FREE EXECUTIVE SAAS SEARCH

Industry-Leading Performance Guarantee

We put skin in the game with industry-leading guarantees, flexible partnership terms, and senior partners who personally drive your SaaS executive search. Because your next software leader isn’t just a placement—they’re your future.

Your team was awesome. You thoroughly understood the role and the company he presented me to. You were always available and quick to find answers for me. It’s not easy to come by great executive recruiters and you are definitely one of the best!

Your team really listened to our needs and probed when things weren’t clear or consistent. You also suggested changes to our process which ended up working better for us.

Talentfoot has a deep understanding of the marketing needs of today's business environment, identify great candidates, assess their capabilities and follow-up to finalize the search.

Your team listened very carefully to our brief, and provided us only with candidates who are highly qualified and highly motivated. You didn’t just throw a bunch of names in our face and make us do the work. We were very satisfied with the candidates we interviewed and ultimately thrilled with the one we have hired.

Talentfoot and Patrick spent the time to learn about our organization, our wants, our needs, and our weaknesses, helped shape the search criteria, and gave real feedback on the candidates you produced. Other firms should be embarrassed. They are poseurs compared to our experience with Talentfoot.

We were very pleased with Talentfoot’s work on the search, with many extremely high-caliber candidates to evaluate and work through throughout the process. The team did a great job of telling our story to build and maintain candidate interest and moved the process forward efficiently. We are thrilled to have our first choice candidate come on board.

Jaime Bergstrom - Accounting Executive Recruiter

Jaime

Executive Senior Partner, Accounting and Finance
25+ years exp.
FinTech, LegalTech, IT Services, Management Consulting

Ryan

Vice President, Client Delivery
20+ years exp.
FinTech, InsurTech,
HealthTech, MedTech

Rich McNeal - Marketing Executive Search

Rich

Senior Partner
15+ years exp.
MarTech, AdTech, CDP, Customer Experience (CX)

Brian

Executive Senior Partner
18+ years exp.
MarTech, AdTech, eCommerce, Supply Chain

Tim Bromley

Tim

Vice President, Client Engagement
20+ years exp.
Cyber, AI, IoT, AR/VR

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Leslie

Executive Senior Partner
20+ years exp.
CRM, ERP, BI, Cyber Security

What You Get with Talentfoot

HOGAN Assessments

Scientifically-backed evaluations to ensure candidates have the right DNA and traits.

Passive Talent Access

Tap into our exclusive network of top-performing SaaS leaders who aren’t actively searching for jobs.

Performance-Based Fee

Designed to fit your company’s size, stage, and specific recruitment requirements.

Competitive Insights

Get competitor compensation models, hiring trends, growth goals, culture insights, and more.

Multi-Step Vetting

Rigorous vetting process to secure only the most qualified candidates.

Comprehensive Onboarding Support

Structured guidance to integrate talent and increase speed-to-revenue.

SaaS Executive Search FAQs

What Makes Talentfoot the top SaaS sales recruitment firm?

Talentfoot is the SaaS Executive Search Authority. Here’s why: 

We’ve Built the C-Suites Behind SaaS Success:
2,500+ software companies trust us because we understand what exceptional looks like in SaaS. From optimizing CAC/LTV ratios to scaling product-led growth, from architecting multi-cloud strategies to driving net revenue retention—we find leaders who master the metrics that matter.

Our Network Runs Deep in SaaS.
With 200,000+ vetted technology executives, we know who’s actually driving results in SaaS. Not just resumes—real track records of:
• Scaling ARR from Series A to IPO
• Leading successful cloud transformations
• Building category-defining products
• Executing strategic platform expansions
• Driving best-in-class NDR performance

The Talentfoot Candidate Certification.
Our 98% success rate comes from knowing what to look for. Every executive undergoes:
• SaaS metrics mastery assessment
• Cloud technology leadership evaluation
• Strategic scaling experience verification
• Modern GTM methodology analysis
• SaaS operational excellence review

Beyond the Placement.
We’re consultants first, recruiters second. Every retained search can include:

  • Complimentary coaching sessions
  • Custom compensation benchmarking
  • Strategic talent mapping
  • Market intelligence reports
  • Performance metrics analysis

Flexible Solutions, Fixed Results.
Whether you need a CRO, CMO, CTO, COO, CFO, or other senior executive our pricing and search models adapt to you. But one thing stays fixed: our commitment to delivering sales leaders who transform software organizations.

Top SaaS companies trust us to get it right. Your next leader is one call away.

What is Talentfoot's executive search success rate?

In SaaS, the gap between good and exceptional executive talent is measured in multiples, not percentages. That’s why our 98% success rate matters—it represents thousands of transformational placements that have helped define the modern software industry.

As a boutique SaaS executive search firm, we offer what large firms can’t: dedicated senior partners who personally drive every search. Your team isn’t handed off to junior recruiters—you work directly with experienced search partners who’ve spent decades understanding the nuances of scaling software companies.

We outperform traditional executive search by 30% because we’re built differently. While others search databases, we leverage deep relationships across the SaaS ecosystem. While others match keywords, we assess proven capability to scale modern software companies. Every search is a white-glove, consultative partnership focused on one goal: finding the exceptional leaders who transform software companies.

Does Talentfoot recruit executives for SaaS companies of all sizes?

Yes—while we specialize in lower-middle market and investor-backed SaaS companies, our expertise spans organizations of all sizes and stages.

Our core focus and 98% success rate serves:
• PE-backed software companies scaling for exit ($5-50M ARR)
• VC-backed startups accelerating growth
• Lower-middle market SaaS leaders driving expansion

We also regularly partner with:
• Early-stage startups building their first executive teams
• Enterprise software companies seeking transformational leaders
• Public companies driving platform innovation

Regardless of size, each search is led by senior partners who understand the unique executive requirements at your specific stage. Our boutique approach ensures every client—from Series A to public company—receives the focused attention and deep SaaS expertise needed to secure exceptional leaders.

What regions do you source SaaS talent from?

Talentfoot’s executive recruiters have nation-wide talent networks, with reach into established and emerging SaaS markets including Silicon Valley, Chicago, Denver, Atlanta, Charlotte, Jacksonville, New York, Austin, Seattle, Boston, Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal. Regardless of the market you need talent in, Talentfoot Executive Search can help. 

Your next game-changing hire is closer and faster than you think – guaranteed.

Every client benefits from Talentfoot’s unmatched recruiting success. With a 98% fill rate, we radically outperform traditional recruiters and staffing firms – and do it all in under 5 weeks.

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Over 750 Directors, VPs, and
C-Suite Leaders placed

Marketing Talent

As SaaS headhunters, we know how important finding the right digital marketing talent is to growing your brand, increasing your inbound leads, increasing your customer life-time value, and your bottom line. With our extensive network and deep knowledge of the SaaS industry, we can connect you with the top marketing talent, whether you need a consultant, temp, temp-to-hire, or a direct hire.

Whether you're looking for a marketing executive, a digital marketer, a web designer, social media specialist, content creator, or any other top-notch marketing professional, Talentfoot has you covered. Our experienced SaaS recruiters will work with you to find the perfect fit to drive growth.

Sales Talent

At Talentfoot, we are experts in finding the experienced SaaS talent your sales team needs to drive growth. Our team of SaaS headhunters has years of experience in SaaS recruiting for sales teams of all sizes and in all niches of the SaaS space. We know how to find the top performers who will drive revenue growth and exceed quotas. Our SaaS recruitment agency will work with you to understand your company's needs and goals, and will leverage our deep network of SaaS executives to find the right sales professionals for your team.

Technology Talent

The evolution of SaaS is moving at lightning speed, and with that change comes the need for technology professionals who can keep up. At Talentfoot, our team of SaaS recruiters specialize in identifying top technology talent for companies of all types and sizes. Whether you're looking to hire a software developer, a product manager, or a technology executive to drive strategy and growth, we have the expertise and network to help you succeed.

With years of experience as an SaaS recruitment agency, our SaaS recruiters are well-equipped to match your company with the right technology talent. If you need elite technology talent for your SaaS company, Talentfoot can help.

Creative Talent

Talentfoot has a proven track record of delivering results for our clients, and part of that success is because we leverage the best creative talent available for our SaaS recruiting clients. Our team of SaaS recruiters knows what it takes to find the top creative talent in today's competitive job market. Whether you need an experienced designer, a copywriter, a creative director, or any other type of creative professional, we can help you find the perfect person for the job.

With years of experience in the SaaS industry, Talentfoot is your go-to SaaS recruiting firm for sourcing and hiring top creative talent. So if you're looking to take your business to the next level with top-notch creative talent, look no further than Talentfoot.

Media Talent

In a world dominated by internet commerce, it's more important than ever to have a strong online presence. And one of the best ways to achieve that is by working with top-notch media talent. At Talentfoot, our team of SaaS headhunters specializes in sourcing and hiring the best media talent available. Whether you need a paid social media strategist, a search engine marketing expert, Director of Media, or any other type of media professional, we have years of experience as an SaaS recruitment agency, and can help you find the ideal candidate for your needs.

C-Suite Executives

As a leading SaaS recruitment agency, Talentfoot has the experience and expertise to help you find the top-performing executive to lead your company. Our team of SaaS headhunters knows what it takes to find talented C-Suite executives for companies at all stages of growth. Whether you're looking for a CFO to help you manage your finances, a CTO to lead your technology strategy, or a CMO to drive growth, we have the exceptional talent to drive your business forward.

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More Frequently Asked Questions

Talentfoot is a SaaS executive search firm. As expert SaaS recruiters, we deliver the top SaaS talent your business needs to grow.

As SaaS headhunters, we understand the nuance of this growing industry. That’s why we have deep bench of experienced SaaS professionals your vacant positions. Whether you need a temporary employee on a contractual basis or to fill a C-suite executive opening – Talentfoot is the SaaS recruitment agency you need on your team.

At Talentfoot, our experienced recruiters know how to find the right talent for your SaaS openings. We especially focus on SaaS recruiting for sales, marketing, technology, creative, media, human resources, and C-suite executives. Whether you need someone on a temporary or permanent basis, we have the experience and expertise to deliver top talent who will drive success in your business. Contact us today to learn more how our expert SaaS recruiters can grow your business.

If you are looking for a SaaS recruitment agency that can identify the top talent your business needs to succeed, then our team of expert SaaS headhunters is the solution. We are experts in SaaS recruitment and can help you find the a-player your team needs.

What makes Talentfoot the top SaaS Executive Search Firm?

Talentfoot is recognized as a premier SaaS executive search firm due to our in-depth SaaS industry expertise, extensive talent network, and structured, data-driven search process. We specialize in sourcing high-impact SaaS executives—exceptional, passive candidates with the strategic, technical, and growth-focused skills needed to drive recurring revenue and scalability. Our white-glove service, industry-leading guarantee, and commitment to operational efficiency make us the go-to partner for SaaS companies looking to hire leaders who can accelerate growth and maintain a competitive edge.

What types of roles does Talentfoot place in SaaS?

Talentfoot places a wide range of executive roles in SaaS, including C-level positions (CEO, CRO, CTO, CPO), as well as VPs and directors focused on product, sales, customer success, marketing, and engineering. Each search is tailored to align talent with your specific business model and growth strategy, ensuring the leaders we place are equipped to scale your SaaS operations effectively.

What geographic areas does Talentfoot serve?

Based in Chicago, Talentfoot serves SaaS companies across the nation, connecting top-tier executive talent to firms in major SaaS hubs and emerging markets alike. Our extensive network and understanding of the SaaS landscape enable us to identify leaders who understand both the unique challenges and opportunities in different regions.

How is Talentfoot different from other SaaS executive search firms?

Talentfoot stands out with our deep knowledge of the SaaS industry, exclusive access to high-caliber SaaS talent, and consultative, strategic approach. Our team leverages competitive insights and market intelligence to match you with leaders who not only bring the technical and operational expertise but also have the skills to future-proof your SaaS business. We provide post-placement support and customized recruitment solutions to ensure a seamless fit and long-term success.

Why choose Talentfoot for SaaS executive recruitment?

Choosing Talentfoot means gaining a strategic partner with unparalleled expertise in the SaaS industry. Our industry-leading guarantee, proven success record, and commitment to efficiency ensure you secure the top 1% of SaaS talent—50% faster. With our structured approach and vast network, we deliver exceptional executives who are ready to fuel innovation, drive growth, and position your company for sustained success in the competitive SaaS landscape.