Manager of Career Partnerships & Recruiting

Job Summary

The Manager of Career Partnerships & Recruiting plays a central role in advancing Greenwich Academy’s signature Career Resource Center (CRC) by driving student, alumnae and mentor engagement; cultivating mentors and employer partnerships, and supporting internship and job placement outcomes.

Working closely with the Director, this role serves as a key relationship manager across students, alumnae, parents, and employer partners—responsible for sourcing opportunities, managing recruiting workflows, and delivering a high-touch, responsive experience for all constituents. This position combines relationship management, recruiting, and program execution, and is ideal for a candidate who is both strategic and detail-oriented.

Key Responsibilities Recruiting & Opportunity Management

• Manage a portfolio of alumnae engaged in career exploration while cultivating relationships with alumnae, parents, and employer partners to support internships, mentorship, and job placements
• Proactively source and develop internship, job, and project-based opportunities through GA Connect and CRC networks, with a primary focus on the financial services industry
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employer partners, stewarding relationships and ensuring a strong, professional experience
• Oversee application workflows, including collecting materials, reviewing submissions, and assembling candidate packets
• Coordinate interview scheduling and communication between students, alumnae and employers
• Track outcomes and maintain accurate records of placements and engagement
  
  

Student & Alumnae Engagement

• Advise and support students and alumnae throughout the internship and job search process
• Provide guidance on CRC tools and resources, including GA Connect profiles, resumes, and application materials
• Reinforce professional expectations, including timely communication and follow-through
• Help ensure a consistent, high-quality experience across all CRC touchpoints
  
  

Employer & Community Outreach

• Build and maintain relationships with employer partners within the GA community and beyond
• Support outreach to alumnae, parents, and friends of GA to expand the opportunity network
• Assist in onboarding new employers to GA Connect
• Follow up with partners to gather feedback and strengthen long-term relationships
  
  

Program & Event Support

• Support planning and execution of CRC programming, including: Career Day, Summer Opportunity Fair, Career Week, Finance Week, Workshops and industry-specific events
• Partner with the Director to liaise with the Upper School ensuring an experience for all students before graduation
  
  

Data, Systems & Reporting

• Maintain accurate data across platforms (GA Connect | 12twenty, Raiser’s Edge, and related systems)
• Track engagement metrics, application activity, and placement outcomes
  
  

Required Skills & Abilities

• A natural connector with strong interpersonal, networking, relationship building, and management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple workflows and deadlines simultaneously
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-touch environment
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
• Facility with technology platforms and data systems
• Knowledge of the financial services industry and recruiting timelines is a plus
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3-5 years of relevant experience (career services, recruiting, advancement, or similar)
• Experience working with students, young professionals, or alumni networks preferred
• Familiarity with CRM or career platforms (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, 12twenty, or similar) a plus
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
• Ability to attend occasional evening or weekend events