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DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

As a University Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will execute the entire university recruitment lifecycle, ensuring that every candidate, from first contact to final offer, experiences a seamless, engaging, and professional process. You will be responsible for crafting an outstanding candidate journey, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and continuously thinking ahead to develop new, innovative approaches to attract top STEM talent from universities around the globe.

What you’ll do in this role: 

• 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.

You will be right at home if you:

• Are willing to travel extensively to core schools during peak university recruiting cycles.
• Have excellent organization skills and a meticulous attention to detail.
• Have a strong initiative and sense of urgency, as well as proven experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Have a customer-focused mindset and a passion for building meaningful relationships.
• Approach challenges with creativity and determination, balancing multiple priorities effectively.
• Take a flexible approach and are willing to constantly adapt in an ever-changing environment.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Have experience leveraging technology, including ATS tools, for recruitment success.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree and have 3+ years of recruiting experience, ideally in a technology-driven industry.

The annual base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $130,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.  In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including 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, and flexible spending accounts.

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