Campus Recruiting Program Manager Job at Employment Resource Group in Appleton

Our client, a respected organization within the financial and professional services sector, seeks a dynamic Director of Campus Recruitment to lead and elevate their university relations and early talent acquisition strategy. This individual will revitalize underperforming campus territories, strengthen university partnerships, and build a consistent pipeline of high-potential interns and entry-level professionals. The role requires strong relationship-building, strategic planning, and hands‑on leadership to create a culture of performance and collaboration within the recruitment function.

Duties

• Develop and execute comprehensive campus recruiting strategies to attract top student talent across multiple universities.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with university partners including professors, career centers, and student organizations.

• Manage recruiting events, information sessions, and career fairs to promote internship and early career opportunities.

• Lead and coach a small team, including a campus coordinator, to deliver recruiting excellence and consistent candidate experiences.

• Track and analyze recruiting data to drive continuous improvement in outreach, selection, and onboarding processes.

• Partner closely with internal stakeholders to align recruitment strategies with overall business goals.

• Manage budgets, travel schedules, and recruitment timelines with strong attention to detail and organizational discipline.

• Champion a performance-driven and collaborative culture while leading strategic transitions and team development.

Qualifications

Must Haves:

• Minimum three years of experience in sales or campus recruiting, ideally within financial services or a comparable professional services environment.

• Proven success in sourcing and pipeline development using platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and Handshake.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage diverse audiences, including students and academic leaders.

• Willingness and ability to travel frequently across regional campuses for recruiting events and presentations.

• Demonstrated organizational and analytical abilities to manage timelines, reporting, and performance metrics.

• Understanding of higher education systems, student development, and university partnerships.

• Collaborative mindset and adaptability within evolving team structures.

Preferred:

• Based within reasonable proximity to key regional campuses for ease of travel and relationship management.

• Relatable, energetic, and credible with college‑aged audiences.

• Demonstrated leadership in fast‑paced or unstructured environments.

Other Competencies:

• Forward‑thinking and proactive problem solver.

• Comfortable taking calculated risks and leading with initiative.

• Persuasive communicator with emotional intelligence.

• Capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

• High personal energy and resilience.