Assistant Vice President, Early Career Recruitment & Program Manager

Join Oaktree Capital Management as an Assistant Vice President, Early Career Recruitment & Program Manager in a full-time position based in Los Angeles. In this pivotal role, you'll lead talent acquisition initiatives and program management for early career professionals, building the next generation of investment talent at a global alternative investment powerhouse.

About the Role

As Assistant Vice President of Early Career Recruitment & Program Manager at Oaktree Capital Management, you'll own the full lifecycle of early career talent acquisition and development. This role combines strategic recruitment leadership with hands-on program management, ensuring we identify and nurture exceptional early-career talent across our Los Angeles headquarters and global offices.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute comprehensive early career recruitment strategies aligned with business needs and hiring forecasts across investment and operational teams
• Lead sourcing, screening, interviewing, and candidate assessment for analyst, associate, and entry-level professional roles
• Manage relationships with universities, professional organizations, and recruitment partners to build a robust pipeline of early career talent
• Design, oversee, and continuously improve early career development programs, including internships, rotational programs, and mentorship initiatives
• Partner with hiring managers and HR leadership to refine recruitment processes, improve time-to-hire, and enhance candidate experience
• Track recruiting metrics, prepare reporting for leadership, and provide insights on talent market trends and competitive intelligence
• Represent Oaktree at career fairs, university recruiting events, and professional networking functions throughout Los Angeles and beyond

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or HR program management, ideally in financial services, investment management, or a competitive recruiting environment
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple recruitment cycles and program initiatives simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfort engaging with executives, junior professionals, and university partners
• Data-driven mindset with experience using recruiting tools, HRIS systems, and analytics to inform decision-making
• Knowledge of alternative investments, financial markets, or investment management is a plus
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; advanced degree or relevant professional certification is valued
• Ability to travel regionally and occasionally nationally for recruiting events and relationship-building

About Oaktree Capital Management

Oaktree Capital Management is a leading global investment manager with more than $220 billion in assets under management. Headquartered in Los Angeles with over 1,500 employees across more than 25 offices worldwide, Oaktree specializes in alternative investments across credit, equity, and real estate. We are committed to delivering risk-controlled, value-oriented, and opportunistic investment strategies to our clients.

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