Job Description

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.

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