Campus Recruiter

BEN1022BTLL; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett Thrasher, a leading CPA firm in the U.S. with a strong Atlanta presence, is seeking a Campus Recruiter to identify, attract, and hire top university talent for internships and entry-level positions.

The role emphasizes building partnerships with universities, driving campus programs, and shaping BT’s employer brand on campus. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, 1–2 years in recruiting or campus relations, and excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1–2 years of recruiting or campus relations experience.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; willingness to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Develop campus recruiting strategy aligned with firm goals.
• Build relationships with career services, professors, student orgs, and target universities.
• Source, screen, interview, and extend offers for internships and entry-level roles.
• Coordinate on-campus events, information sessions, interviews, and networking events.
• Track recruiting metrics and report to HR leadership.

Skills

Recruiting

Campus relations

Communication

Relationship-building

MS Office

Handshake

Applicant Tracking Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Handshake

ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems)

Job description

Bennett Thrasher, currently ranked among the largest CPA firms in the U.S., is a premier provider of professional tax, assurance, consulting, and wealth management services to businesses and high net worth individuals. Consistently named one of the Best Accounting Firms to Work for in the United States by Accounting Today, Bennett Thrasher offers the expertise and opportunities of a large accounting firm, while also providing a commitment to culture and a family-like work atmosphere.

Bennett Thrasher (“BT”) has an opening for a Campus Recruiter. The Campus Recruiter will play a crucial role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent from universities for internships and entry-level positions. This role requires strong communication skills, relationship building, and a passion for working with students and university career centers to strengthen our brand on campus. The campus recruiter will work closely with the HR and hiring teams to help create effective recruitment strategies, develop partnerships with key universities, and promote our firm’s career opportunities to a diverse pool of candidates.

Primary responsibilities

Campus Recruitment Strategy

• Execute a targeted campus recruiting strategy that aligns with firm hiring goals
• Establish and maintain relationships with career services, professors, student organizations, and other stakeholders at target universities to facilitate interest in BT
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates

University Partnership and Branding

• Coordinate and attend on-campus events, including career fairs, information sessions, on campus interviews and networking events
• Lead presentations and represent the firm at campus and community events to effectively communicate our culture, values, and career opportunities

Candidate Engagement and Management

• Source, screen, and interview qualified candidates for internships and entry-level roles, ensuring an engaging and positive candidate experience
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand departmental needs and customize campus recruiting efforts accordingly
• Provide guidance and leadership to hiring managers on interviewing, identifying talent, labor market challenges, maximizing candidate pipeline and candidate follow up
• Lead hiring decisions, effectively negotiating and closing offers
• Organize and host virtual and in-person interviews, recruitment events, and office visits to enhance candidate engagement

Data and Reporting

• Working with the Early Talent Manager, track and analyze campus recruiting metrics to measure the effectiveness of recruiting efforts and continuously improve the recruiting process
• Provide regular updates to HR leadership on recruitment progress, trends, and areas for improvement

Travel and Coordination

• Travel frequently to attend recruitment events
• Coordinate and lead orientation and onboarding program
• Active member of the People team, requiring leading initiatives and programs that are outside of the Campus Recruiter role as defined above.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Strong interest in recruiting, human resources, or campus relations; prior internship or relevant experience is a plus.
• 1-2 years of experience
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with university students, faculty, and internal stakeholders
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to travel frequently to campuses and regional offices as needed
• Willingness to learn, work independently, and contribute to team goals
• Strong PC skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Handshake and Applicant Tracking Systems

Why Bennett Thrasher?

Working at Bennett Thrasher means being part of a firm that has been a cornerstone of strategic business guidance for over four decades while remaining fiercely independent from Private Equity. Our dedication to continuous innovation and excellence enables us to consistently deliver outstanding results for our clients and associates. This relentless pursuit of excellence has propelled us to become one of the largest and fastest-growing certified public accounting and consulting firms. With our headquarters in Atlanta and a global reach, we are dedicated to fostering diversity and making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Our unity of values ensures a supportive and respectful work environment, where camaraderie and collaboration are at the forefront of everything we do.

Joining Bennett Thrasher means becoming part of people first culture that values integrity, family, and clients, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Additionally, associates are encouraged to become involved with local community activities through the Bennett Thrasher Foundation and five different Business Resource Groups.

Bennett Thrasher is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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