Senior Admissions Officer - Girls Who Invest

Reports to: Manager, Recruiting & Admissions

Location: New York, NY - Hybrid, 1-3 days a week in office (varies seasonally)

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Girls Who Invest (GWI) is a powerful community dedicated to transforming the investment management industry by attracting and advancing women investors, change-makers, and leaders.

GWI supports first- and second-year college students through tuition-free education programs, while also providing career advisory services, community-building initiatives, and lifelong alumni support. Our comprehensive approach focuses on fostering long-term professional development, retention and advancement.

The GWI community is made up of thousands of investors, industry leaders, supporters, and 130 Partner firms dedicated to advancing and retaining talent.  At our core are over 3,200 GWI Alumni educated and trained in just 9 years, with more than 75% staying in the industry. To learn more, visit GirlsWhoInvest.org.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Senior Admissions Officer will report to the Manager of Recruiting and Admissions and will be a key member of the program participant selection efforts at Girls Who Invest, reviewing program applications and providing recommendations for selection decisions. This role will also support our data-driven recruiting, outreach, and communications such as participating in recruitment initiatives, creating and executing communications, and running virtual and in-person events. As a member of the Recruiting and Admissions team, the Senior Admissions Officer will also provide other logistical, analytical, administrative and technical support where needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Participant Selection:

Serve as a member of the admissions committee responsible for selecting cohorts for GWI’s programs

  • Holistically review  applications during the application reading season for GWI’s flagship programs in the admissions cycle. The estimated number of applications is cycle-dependent and subject to change from year to year. 

  • Participate in selection committees and other admissions activities as needed throughout the cycle

  • Support management of seasonal readers, and document processing prior to, during, and after admissions cycles 

  • Support annual review and refinement of application based on data analysis, feedback, and evolution of program offerings

Recruiting: 

Support the execution of a year-round comprehensive strategic plan for outreach and recruitment for GWI Program

  • Lead virtual and in-person information sessions, alumni panels, and other related recruitment programming

  • Utilize external job platforms for recruitment-related administrative tasks including event creation, event promotion, in-person event registration, and team operations (e.g. Handshake, Symplicity, etc.)

  • Coordinate logistics of recruitment-related alumni initiatives

  • Support partnership management with colleges/universities, community-based organizations, and other organizations within prospective applicant communities

  • Support prospect and applicant communications campaigns, promotional material development, digital outreach, and social media efforts

  • Track and evaluate effectiveness of recruitment strategies by analyzing data and generating insights from campaigns

Team Operational Support:

  • Manage the day-to-day application inbox including responding to prospective applicant questions in a timely manner and processing application documents

    Draft communications copy for recruiting and admission related websites, letters, and applications as well as create presentations for events

    Support GWI’s database hygiene efforts to produce more effective targeted outreach and maintain up-to-date data

  • Collaborate across Girls Who Invest teams on various projects that advance GWI’s mission

  • Other duties as assigned

ABOUT THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

Professional Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

  • Two (2) – four (4) years of recent highly selective admissions experience

  • Strong comprehensive evaluation and assessment techniques including experience with holistic admissions review and a proven track record of reviewing large volume of applications

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; strong public speaking skills 

  • Strong interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation and able to build relationships and collaborate across the organization

  • Excellent project management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple evolving projects with competing deadlines

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills 

  • Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint

  • Basic knowledge of Slate CRM (or similar) platform, including but not limited to, Reader navigation, form/event registration creation, record management, query/reporting, etc.

  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Desired Skills

  • Commitment to and passion for GWI and its mission; ability to communicate and generate excitement about mission, history, vision, programs, and fundamental strengths

  • Enthusiasm for and interest in selective admissions, recruiting, and access-focused initiatives (related experience is a plus)

  • A strategic thinker, independent self-starter and problem solver

  • Ability to work both independently and without close oversight, but also function as a team player who will take initiative and manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently within a defined timeline and adhere to project deadlines

  • Demonstrated interest in early career talent development

  • Familiarity with recruiting technology and trends (e.g., LinkedIn and Handshake)

  • Ability to design visual materials creatively, i.e. promotional materials, data visualizations, etc. (Proficiency in Canva, Looker Studio, Tableau, and/or similar)

GIRLS WHO INVEST’S PRINCIPLES:

  • Performance: Building investment teams to drive better outcomes and create meaningful impact

  • Innovation: Always innovating to create the best programs for our participants and partners to help individuals stay and thrive in an evolving investment landscape

  • Community: Accelerating careers through the power of community and connection

  • Respect: Ensuring all who interact with GWI encounter an inclusive, respectful environment that welcomes each other’s unique skills and perspectives

COMPENSATION: Current compensation range expected: $70,000 - $80,000 per year. The starting pay will depend on a variety of factors that may include but are not limited to experience, education, training, and certification. GWI offers a strong and competitive benefits package.


LOCATION AND TRAVEL: This role is hybrid based in New York City with seasonal recruitment-related travel. Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends during peak periods.

TO APPLY: Please <<click here>> to apply with a resume and cover letter. 

Girls Who Invest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.