Principal Recruitment Consultant – Quantitative Finance

A leading specialist recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join its high-performing Quantitative Finance desk. This is an opportunity to step into a highly lucrative and fast-paced market with established client relationships, active mandates, and significant long-term earning potential. The role is suited for an experienced 360 recruiter interested in operating within a high-value financial services market while building their own desk within a performance-driven environment. The position offers access to existing hedge fund and trading firm relationships, alongside the autonomy to expand market presence and maximize billings.

Key Responsibilities:

·      Manage a full 360 recruitment desk focused on the Quantitative Finance market

Build and develop relationships with hedge funds, trading firms, and investment institutions

·      Manage searches across quantitative finance functions, including: Quantitative Researchers, Quantitative Traders, Quantitative Developers, Risk & Model Validation professionals

·      Handle end-to-end recruitment processes from client briefing through placement

·      Drive business development initiatives and expand existing client relationships

·      Act as a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process

·      Collaborate closely with leadership and high-performing consultants on active mandates and market strategy

Qualifications:

·      Minimum 2 years of recruitment experience required, preferably within agency recruiting

·      Experience managing a full 360 recruitment desk or strong business development exposure

·      Demonstrated billing history and revenue generation

·      Ability to develop and manage client relationships within competitive markets

·      Commercial mindset with strong motivation to increase earnings and grow a desk

·      Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills

·      Stable career history and interest in long-term growth within recruitment

Additional Highlights:

·      Access to established clients and active mandates from day one

·      Opportunity to recruit within one of the highest-value markets in recruitment, with fees commonly ranging from $200,000 to $500,000 per placement

Compensation: Base salary up to $100,000, plus highly competitive uncapped commission structure of up to 35%.

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)

ARV Services LLC is acting solely as a recruiting and placement firm for this position and is not the employer of record for this role unless otherwise explicitly stated. All hiring decisions, compensation, benefits, and employment terms are determined by the client employer.