Vice President, University Relations

BlackRock • Atlanta, GA

405d • Remote

About The Position

The University Relations Recruiter will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with universities and colleges to attract top talent for internships and entry-level positions. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers and the HR team to identify suitable candidates, implementing recruitment strategies, and attending campus events to strengthen the employer brand.

Requirements

• 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

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

Benefits

• Strong retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive healthcare
• Support for working parents
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree