Talent Hackers

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About Us: We are a specialized recruitment firm focused on placing elite Quantitative Researchers, Portfolio Managers, Software Engineers, and Quantitative Developers into top-tier hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and other buy-side quantitative shops. We partner directly with CEO's, CTO's Head of BD/ MD's, and hiring managers at industry-leading firms and work on highly technical, high-impact roles that drive competitive alpha. Key Responsibilities: • Source and engage top-tier technical talent through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, and direct outreach • Craft and execute advanced Boolean searches to target highly specialized candidates based on client job descriptions • Screen and qualify candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter searches • Partner closely with recruiters and account managers to understand client needs and role requirements • Manage a high-volume pipeline and maintain accurate data in our CRM or ATS • Stay informed on market trends and talent movements in the quantitative finance and trading tech space Qualifications: • 3–6 years of experience in technical sourcing or recruiting, ideally within finance or tech (more than 6 is ok but not more than 10) • Proficient with LinkedIn Recruiter and Boolean search techniques • Have used ATS like Salesforce, Cats, or bullhorn • Strong understanding of software engineering principles, tech stacks (C++, Python, distributed systems), and/or quant developer skillsets (low latency, HFT, etc.) • Knowledge of the quantitative finance industry or a strong desire to learn it quickly • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; persuasive and engaging outreach style • Highly organized, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment • Ability to work EST Hours: 1 - 9 PM, Wednesday - Thursday; 9 AM - 5 PM Friday - Sunday; Monday - Tuesday off Bonus Points For: • Previous experience sourcing for hedge funds, trading firms, or top-tier tech companies • Familiarity with quantitative roles (e.g., systematic trading, market-making, signal research) • Ability to read and interpret job descriptions for technical and quant roles What You'll Gain: • Become an expert in one of the most competitive talent markets in the world • Learn from top recruiters within the quant space