Senior Technical Recruiter (USA)

Trexquant Investment; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus bonus

PPO Health, dental and vision insurance fully covered

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Weekly company meals

Job summary

A growing quantitative hedge fund is seeking an experienced full-lifecycle recruiter to manage hiring across research and engineering teams. The role requires expertise in quantitative finance and technical hiring, along with exceptional communication and organizational skills. Join a collaborative workplace offering competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recruitment experience in quantitative finance or technology.
• Proven ability to manage the full recruitment lifecycle.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing to offer negotiation.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• High level of organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute targeted recruitment strategies.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs.
• Provide advice and guidance on market trends, compensation, and talent availability.
• Utilize sourcing channels, including job boards, social media, networking, and direct outreach, to build a pipeline of highly qualified candidates.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process with timely feedback and professional communication.

Skills

Quantitative finance knowledge

Technical recruiting

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

We are a growing quantitative hedge fund and technology-driven company, blending cutting-edge finance with innovative technology. Our collaborative and forward-thinking environment drives us to continuously seek top-tier talent who are passionate about shaping the future of finance and technology.

We are looking for an experienced and driven full-lifecycle recruiter to join our team. This role will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle and ensuring that we attract and hire top talent across both our Research and Engineering teams. You will work closely with hiring managers and the leadership team to develop and shape our talent strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute targeted recruitment strategies to attract top talent for a wide range of roles in quantitative finance, data science, machine learning, software engineering, and other critical functions.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and extending offers. Ensure a seamless and positive experience for all candidates from initial contact to offer acceptance.
• Partner with hiring managers and department heads to understand their hiring needs and ensure alignment on job specifications, candidate profiles, and team culture fit. Provide advice and guidance on market trends, compensation, and talent availability.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing channels, including job boards, social media, networking, and direct outreach, to build a pipeline of highly qualified candidates.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process. Provide timely feedback, communicate transparently, and maintain a professional and respectful approach at all stages of the process.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 3+ years of recruitment experience, with a focus on quantitative research and technical hiring (preferably in quantitative finance, technology, or a related field)
• Familiarity with the skill sets and qualifications required for quantitative finance roles (e.g., quantitative researchers, traders, and data scientists) as well as technical positions (e.g., software engineers, data engineers, machine learning specialists).
• Proven ability to manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing to offer negotiation, with a track record of successfully hiring high-caliber talent.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally.
• High level of organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Competitive salary plus bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Play a key role in building a high-performing team that drives the future of finance.
• Join a firm that values innovation and offers ample opportunities for career development.
• Collaborative, Casual, and friendly work environment.
• PPO Health, dental and vision insurance premiums fully covered for you and your dependents.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Weekly company meals.

Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer