Senior Front Office Recruiter - Investment Banking - Barclays (NYC)

About Us
Global, inclusive and innovative - welcome to AMS, where talent connects across cultures and backgrounds to shape the future of work.


We work with leading organisations to design and deliver talent strategies that bring together people, process, data and technology, helping millions of people find meaningful work every year. Our diverse, connected community collaborates to create results for clients and opportunities for our people to learn, grow and make an impact.


At AMS, we look for people who bring more than experience, and we welcome different perspectives and ways of thinking.

The Role

Job Title:


Senior Front Office Recruiter - Investment Banking- Barclays


Location:


New York City - onsite once per month


Working Hours/Shifts:


Full Time


Employment Type:


Permanent

Our opportunity is your chance to play a crucial role in redefining the world of talent. Interested? Then we would like to talk to you!


As a Senior Recruiter, you will assist Hiring Managers in filling open positions by offering expert guidance and ensuring quality throughout the recruitment process. You will be responsible for creating and delivering excellent recruitment services and following the established service agreements. You'll engage directly with the client where you will give expert advice and manage their expectations at every stage of the hiring process.


We recognize that great talent isn't defined by titles but by skills and mindset.


At AMS, we're looking for people who bring more than experience - they bring capability, curiosity, and the drive to contribute and grow with the team. If you're skilled in Front Office and excited to progress your career, this role could be your next step.
Key Accountabilities
What you'll be doing:

• Ensure the recruitment service is delivered, in line with contractual obligations and client service levels.
• Contribute to the commercial success of the account through the achievement of NFI (monthly and annual) targets. Accountable for delivering to target start dates.
• Lead vacancy consultation discussions with hiring managers and document recruitment plans which include role requirements, agreed timeframes, roles and responsibilities of all involved, and the selection process. Where possible, include member(s) of the sourcing team in the discussion and if not, share the outcome of the discussion with them to ensure they can develop the sourcing plan and source effectively for the role.
• Building and maintaining hiring manager relationships. Responsible for client satisfaction within own business area.
• Responsible for the management of candidate relationships and their satisfaction with the candidate recruitment experience until start date.
• If relevant, provide timely and quality feedback on the long / short lists supplied by the sourcing team, ensuring any necessary changes are made before submission to the hiring manager.
• Ensure that all changes to a candidate's status are tracked on the ATS to enable accurate reporting.
• Ensure all AMS and client systems are updated in a correct and timely manner.
• If required conduct telephone screens and / or technical screens using standard templates ensuring that all candidates submitted on the short list to the hiring manager meet required quality standards.
• If contractually required by the account, conduct competency based interviews (either by telephone or face-to-face).
• Accountable for the quality of the short list presented to the hiring manager and presenting and selling the short list to the hiring manager.
• Support the hiring manager with deciding which candidate to hire and guide them in determining an appropriate offer. Close the candidate: broker the offer with the chosen candidate, manage objections and support the candidate during their notice period.
• Compliant with legislation affecting area of work (e.g. age discrimination, employment risks for contractors).

Skills & Requirements

• Recruitment delivery experience within Investment Banking - Front Office.
• Working toward and meeting demanding targets and deadlines within a fast-paced, client-driven environment.
• Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), including candidate management, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Strong stakeholder management experience, with the ability to build trusted partnerships and influence hiring decisions at multiple levels.
• Experience influencing and advising stakeholders to drive alignment and decision-making throughout the hiring process.
• Knowledge of hiring practices within complex, global, matrixed organisations
• Familiarity with senior-level compensation structures, including complex offer components such as equity, buyouts, and competitive negotiation.
• Data-driven recruitment approach, with the ability to leverage insights, metrics, and market intelligence to guide hiring decisions and influence outcomes.
• Ability to operate independently in a client-facing role, managing multiple senior technical requisitions with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of employment legislation relevant to recruitment activities (e.g., non-discrimination, contractor compliance, and other regulatory considerations).

Nice to haves:

• Experience using WorkDay
• Experience in an RPO setting

• Strong proficiency using recruitment technology, databases, and digital sourcing tools.

Why AMS?
At AMS, we come from every walk of life - and that's what makes us unique. Our culture is open, inclusive and built on trust. We empower our people with the flexibility and autonomy to work in ways that bring out their best. We offer career opportunities in every direction you want to explore.


We offer

• Growth and development focused on your strengths
• A team that values being Passionate, Bold, and Authentic
• Supportive communities such as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Volunteer day - you getone additional paid day off each year to volunteerfor a cause that matters to you
• We are committed to pay transparency and fairness. For this role, the initial expected remuneration is $90k - $134k USD, plus applicable benefits.

This range is specific to the advertised locations and may not be applicable to other locations.


US Corporate : Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Spending Accounts, Life, Disability, Voluntary Benefits, 401(k), Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time, Paid Parental Leave, Performance Bonus


Our statement


We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage people with diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences to apply. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.


If you require any accommodations or have any accessibility needs, please reach out via email [email protected] or make a member of our Talent Acquisition team aware at any time.


If you're ready to bring your skills and curiosity, click Apply and let's explore what we can achieve together!