About This Role
We are seeking an experienced University Relations Recruiter to join our team.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with universities and colleges and external organizations to attract top talent for our organization. You will work closely with hiring managers and the Human Resources team to identify and recruit candidates for internships and entry-level positions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement university recruitment strategies to attract top talent
- Build and maintain relationships with university career centers, faculty, and student organizations
- Plan and attend campus recruitment events (in-person and virtual), career fairs, and networking events
- Develop new programming to strengthen BlackRock’s Employer brand with campus level talent
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide suitable candidates
- Work closely with internal teams to strengthen key strategic university relationships
- Track and analyze recruitment metrics to measure the effectiveness of recruitment strategies
- Partner on workstreams and projects with global colleagues
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in university recruitment
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- At least 5 years of proven experience in university recruitment or a similar role
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse groups of people
- Displays excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems (Oleeo and Workday preferred)
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
- Capable of traveling to events and working extended hours during peak recruiting season
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- A supportive and inclusive work environment
Our Benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.
