Job Title: Junior to Mid-Level Recruiter
Location: Hermosa Beach, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Capital Markets / Hedge Funds / Quantitative Finance
About Us:
Karbon Agency is an executive search firm focused on the quantitative finance industry. Our clients employ the top minds in Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, And Machine Learning.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a driven and resourceful Junior to Mid-Level Recruiter ideally with tech or finance experience, to join our team. You will play a key role in sourcing, screening, and placing candidates. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a foundation in recruiting who wants to work on the highest paying searches across Silicon Valley and Wall Street, whilst building a rolodex of the world’s most sought-after talent (research scientists from top AI labs, quantitative researchers & traders from leading hedge funds, STEM PhDs from Ivy League/equivalent universities, etc.)
Key Responsibilities:
- Source talent using a variety of channels including LinkedIn, company database, referrals, and your growing network.
- Screen and interview talent for roles including (but not limited to) Senior Portfolio Manager, Quantitative Researcher/Trader, Software Engineer, Data Scientist, Research Engineer, etc.
- Manage the full recruitment life cycle, from initial outreach to offer negotiation and onboarding support.
- Maintain and update candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
- Prepare profiles and summaries for client submission and follow up on interview feedback.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with talent and clients alike, ensuring a positive experience for all stakeholders.
- Stay current on market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape in the hedge fund and quantitative finance space.
Qualifications:
- 1–3+ years of experience in recruiting, preferably in a staffing or agency environment.
- Exposure to technology or capital markets/finance recruiting is strongly preferred; strong interest in tech and hedge fund industries is a must.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment with multiple competing priorities.
- Proficient with ATS platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing tools.
- Ability to assess both technical skills and cultural fit.
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary or draw plus uncapped commission structure.
- Clear growth path and opportunities for advancement.
- Access to industry-leading tools and training.
- Supportive, team-oriented culture with a focus on professional development.