Talent Acquisition & HR Programs Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

About  Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc.

Incorporated in 1964, Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc. (“DCMA”) is a New York-based registered securities broker-dealer, a futures commission merchant, a primary dealer of U.S. Treasury securities, and a member of the New York Stock Exchange and other major U.S. exchanges. Our main focus is on the sales and trading of Japanese, Asian, and U.S. equities, fixed income instruments, financial futures, and investment banking for institutional customers. DCMA’s ultimate parent company is Daiwa Securities Group Inc., one of the largest brokerage and financial services groups in Japan.

 

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition & HR Programs Specialist will manage the day-to-day recruiting process and support related HR programs, including onboarding, training administration, and the summer internship program. This role will partner with hiring managers to help fill open positions, coordinate candidate activity, track requisition status, and ensure a consistent recruiting and onboarding experience. The role will also support learning and development efforts by coordinating training resources, maintaining program timelines, and helping move HR initiatives forward.

Core Responsibilities:

 

Talent Acquisition

• Manage the recruiting process for open roles, including intake discussions, candidate sourcing, interview coordination, and status tracking.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, provide process guidance, and help move searches forward.
• Source candidates through LinkedIn and other approved recruiting channels.
• Coordinate with external recruiters when needed and approved for niche or senior-level roles.
• Track each open requisition and provide regular updates to HR leadership and hiring managers.
• Support offer, pre-employment, onboarding, and new hire documentation processes.
• Lead new hire orientation and ensure required paperwork is completed and maintained in ADP.
• Support consistent and inclusive recruiting practices throughout the hiring process.

Learning & Development 

• Administer learning and development programs and help ensure training initiatives stay on track.
• Coordinate LinkedIn Learning content and other training resources for team members and managers.
• Assist with scheduling, communication, tracking, and follow-up for training programs.
• Maintain training materials, participation records, and related reporting.
• Support employee development and engagement initiatives as needed.

Summer Internship Program

• Recruit summer interns in partnership with business managers, including confirming intern needs, posting roles, sourcing candidates, coordinating interviews, and supporting selections.
• Coordinate the summer internship program, including planning, scheduling, communications, and onboarding support.
• Help organize intern activities, check-ins, and program feedback.
• Support the overall execution of the program from recruiting through completion.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in recruiting, talent engagement, or a related HR role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with hiring managers, candidates, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on open items.
• Experience coordinating recruiting processes, interviews, onboarding activities, or HR programs.
• Comfortable using HRIS, LinkedIn, Microsoft Office, and related platforms.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proactive, dependable, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

 

Company Culture and Benefits:

Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc. has a vibrant company culture made up of a diverse team of professionals. We seek to foster an atmosphere in which our employees understand, respect, and inspire each other. We will continue to build a culture that encourages everyone at DCMA to take pride in their work. How we work — individually, with each other, and with our communities — is just as important as what we do and shapes who we are as an organization.

Our people are our most important asset, and as a result, we offer a competitive and robust total rewards package which includes, but is not limited to: 

• Competitive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• Ancillary Insurance (Basic Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, and Short & Long-term Disability)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Parental Leave
• Family building benefits
• 401(k) with company match 
• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Professional development, educational assistance and training programs
• Community Engagement Programs

DCMA has a hybrid work program in place, with opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role and needs of your department. This was implemented to provide operational efficiency while simultaneously giving employees flexibility. At a minimum, employees are expected to work in the office three days per week.

DCMA provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. DCMA prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, or other attributes protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.