University Talent Acquisition Specialist

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.