Associate Recruitment Consultant

Goodman Masson; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Industry-leading commission scheme

25 days PTO

Modern office with hybrid working

Early finish Fridays

Regular team socials

Award-winning culture

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in New York is seeking entry-level talent for its Banking & Financial Services team. This role offers structured training, mentorship, and the opportunity to work on high-impact projects in a hybrid environment. Ideal for those looking to start a career in recruitment with a competitive salary and industry-leading commission scheme.

Qualifications

• No prior recruitment experience required.
• Demonstrate a drive, mindset, and ambition.

Responsibilities

• Market mapping, talent research, and competitor analysis.
• Conducting candidate assessments and interviews.
• Supporting senior consultants on high-value client projects.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Exceptional communication

Results-driven

Adaptability

Growth mindset

Collaborative attitude

Job description

This range is provided by Goodman Masson. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Goodman Masson

Goodman Masson is a leading international recruitment firm with offices in New York, London, and Düsseldorf, specialising in Technology and Financial Services Recruitment.

Our mission is clear:

👉 To treat our people better than any other business.

👉 To be the most recommended recruitment partner in our specialist markets.

We’re seeking ambitious entry-level talent to join our Banking & Financial Services team in Manhattan, an elite group consistently trusted by hedge funds and asset managers for top‑tier talent solutions.

The Opportunity

This is a structured, Academy‑led entry point into recruitment, designed to develop the next generation of market experts. Through robust onboarding, mentorship, and in‑house Learning & Development support, you will gain deep exposure to the buy‑side market, building the skills to identify, engage, and advise high‑calibre talent.

Initially, you’ll focus on 180° recruitment; the research and candidate side, including:

• Market mapping, talent research, and competitor analysis
• Leveraging technology and recruitment tools to maximise impact
• Sourcing, approaching, and engaging highly qualified financial professionals
• Conducting candidate assessments and interviews
• Supporting senior consultants on high‑value client projects
• Learning relationship management, talent advisory, and consultative recruitment

After mastering these foundations, you can chart your own career path, continuing as a senior Recruitment Researcher or, progressing into a 360° Consultant role with client engagement and business development responsibilities.

Your Profile

We hire on potential. Prior recruitment experience is not required.

What matters most is your drive, mindset, and ambition. You should be able to demonstrate:

• ✅ Strong work ethic, resilience, and a competitive spirit
• ✅ Exceptional communication and influencing skills
• ✅ Results‑driven approach and motivation to achieve targets
• ✅ Adaptability in a fast‑paced, detail‑oriented environment
• ✅ Growth mindset and eagerness to learn and develop
• ✅ Collaborative attitude and commitment to contributing positively to team culture

What We Offer

🌟 Competitive base salary + industry‑leading commission scheme

🌟 Outstanding onboarding and training through our Academy program

🌟 25 days PTO (rising to 28 with tenure) + your birthday off

🌟 Modern Manhattan WeWork office with hybrid working (1 day from home)

🌟 Early finish Fridays

🌟 Mentorship, buddy schemes & dedicated L&D support

🌟 Regular team socials, incentives & international super trips for top performers

🌟 Award‑winning culture globally recognised for how we treat our people

This is your chance to launch a high‑impact, career‑defining role in recruitment, working alongside some of New York’s top‑performing consultants, building deep market insight, and developing a career that combines talent research, strategic advisory, and consultative recruitment.

Ready to start your journey with an award‑winning global firm that invests in you from day one?

Apply now!

Goodman Masson is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone has the chance to thrive.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Human Resources, Consulting, and Finance