Campus Talent Associate

Bridgewater Associates • Westport, NY

6d • $105,000 - $175,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a world-class Campus Recruiter to join our Investment Recruiting team. In this role, you will directly shape Bridgewater’s future talent pipeline by conveying our unique value proposition, developing deep and trust-based relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders, and applying sound judgment to hire exceptional early-career talent. Our Campus Recruiters partner closely with hiring managers and senior investors to build, execute, and evolve search strategies; develop talent market expertise; and continually refine our approach to identifying and assessing high-potential university talent. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, eager to understand talent at a deep level, interested in financial markets, and energized by designing creative and effective ways to attract and select the best people.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (any field of study)
• 3+ years of recruiting experience (campus, early career, or full cycle recruiting experience preferred)

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated success in a rigorous, fast-paced environment with high standards and tight deliverables
• Passion for talent identification and creative, non-traditional sourcing approaches
• Ability to design and implement strategic solutions to complex problems
• Strong track record of partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing outcomes
• Experience using data and metrics to drive search strategies and hiring decisions

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of hiring needs and role requirements , reconcile them with talent market realities, and translate insights into high-quality rubrics and markers of success.
• Engage candidates with clear, compelling communication about Bridgewater’s opportunities, while authentically representing our culture in interactions with students, professors, and campus partners.
• Partner with senior investors to create and execute differentiated sourcing strategies.
• Research, identify , and directly source top university talent , building and maintaining pipelines across campuses and networks.
• Evolve search strategy continuously , evaluating data, outcomes, and qualitative signals to refine our approach.
• Assess candidates holistically against role requirements and communicate clear, calibrated evaluations to hiring teams.
• Shepherd candidates through the full offer process , ensuring alignment, clarity, and a positive experience.
• Collaborate closely with a Campus Coordinator to execute logistics flawlessly and ensure candidates and hiring teams experience a seamless process.
• Act as a representative of Bridgewater , embodying our culture, values, and professional standards in all external engagements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees