Recruiter/Jr. HR Business Partner

About AQR Capital Management

AQR is a global investment firm built at the intersection of financial theory and practical application. We strive to deliver concrete, long-term results by looking past market noise to identify and isolate the factors that matter most, and by developing ideas that stand up to rigorous testing. By putting theory into practice, we have become a leader in alternative strategies and an innovator in traditional portfolio management since 1998.

At AQR, our employees share a common spirit of academic excellence, intellectual honesty and an unwavering commitment to seeking the truth. We’re determined to know what makes financial markets tick – and we’ll ask every question and challenge every assumption. We recognize and respect the power of collaboration and believe transparency and openness to new ideas leads to innovation.

Your Role

We are seeking proactive and energetic Recruiter and Junior HR Business Partner to join our Human Resources Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute across multiple HR functions—including business partner and talent acquisition responsibilities. This will be a unique opportunity to learn from HR Business Partners and Senior Recruiters, work closely with management across the firm and grow a well-rounded HR skillset

The ideal candidate must have exceptional organizational and relationship building skills with the ability to efficiently manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-demand environment and simultaneously demonstrate sound judgement, professionalism, confidentiality and client service. Responsibilities include:

HR Business Partner:

• Working closely with senior HR business partners in key talent processes such as promotions, performance reviews and compensation

• Advise and support employee career management

• Manage employee transitions such as relocations, transfers and internal mobility

• Facilitate onboarding and offboarding processes

• Contribute to cross HR projects to help ensure seamless execution

Campus & Lateral Recruiting:

• Assist with all aspects of the recruiting process for summer internship and entry level hiring across AQR’s business lines

• Partner with business stakeholders to establish and evolve our campus recruiting strategy to most effectively meet their hiring needs

• Meet regularly with business teams throughout the recruiting season and while conducting lateral searches to drive the decision-making process and offer extension

• Handle day-to-day sourcing and assessment of campus and lateral candidates

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum of 4 years of HR experience, with exposure to campus recruiting preferred

• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with urgency and precision in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to engage professionally across all levels of the organization

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive mindset and keen attention to detail

• Adaptable and resilient in the face of change, with a continuous learning orientation

• Demonstrated discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive information

• Collaborative and approachable, with excellent interpersonal skills and a client-service mindset

• Self-motivated and driven, with a strong sense of ownership and commitment to excellence

The salary range for this role is expected to be $135,000 to $150,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is accurate for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, depending upon factors such as skills, experience, location, or other business and organizational needs. This wage range may also be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

AQR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/VET/DISABILITY