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DRW · 3 months ago

University Talent Acquisition Specialist

Chicago

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$85K/yr - $130K/yr

3+ years exp

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience in sophisticated technology and exceptional people. As a University Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will manage the entire university recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a seamless candidate experience while developing innovative strategies to attract top STEM talent from universities globally.

ConsultingFinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechVenture Capital

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Manage all stages of the university recruitment process, including job posting management, sourcing, resume review, interview coordination, candidate communications, and the offer process

Serve as a trusted point of contact for candidates, ensuring personalized and timely interactions that foster an exceptional candidate experience

Design and implement creative, forward-looking recruiting strategies to connect with university students, increase brand visibility, and expand DRW’s reach across campuses

Represent DRW at on-campus and virtual events, acting as a dynamic ambassador for our opportunities and culture

Partner with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to develop effective recruitment, interviewing, and closing strategies tailored to university talent

Collaborate with Recruiting Coordinators to ensure interviews are scheduled efficiently, feedback is collected promptly, and onboarding is smooth

Utilize applicant tracking systems to monitor and analyze recruitment metrics, ensuring process efficiency and continuous improvement

Identify opportunities to optimize recruitment methods and bring fresh ideas to campus engagement efforts

Qualification

University recruitmentApplicant tracking systemsStakeholder managementCreative recruiting strategiesCommunication skillsOrganization skillsCustomer-focused mindsetAttention to detailFlexibilityInitiative

Required

Bachelor's degree

3+ years of recruiting experience, ideally in a technology-driven industry

Willingness to travel extensively to core schools during peak university recruiting cycles

Excellent organization skills and meticulous attention to detail

Strong initiative and sense of urgency

Proven experience working in a fast-paced environment

Customer-focused mindset and passion for building meaningful relationships

Ability to approach challenges with creativity and determination

Ability to balance multiple priorities effectively

Flexible approach and willingness to adapt in an ever-changing environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience leveraging technology, including ATS tools, for recruitment success

Benefits

Group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance

401k (with discretionary employer match)

Short and long-term disability

Life and AD&D insurance

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Company

DRW

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DRW is a diversified trading firm that combines technology, research, and risk management to capture trading and investment opportunities.

Founded in 1992

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://drw.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

James Radecki

Global Head of Business Development at Cumberland

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