The D. E. Shaw Group

The D. E. Shaw Group

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Job Description

Job Overview

The D. E. Shaw Group is seeking an experienced People Operations Specialist to join their team. This role involves managing and enhancing the employee experience, collaborating on cross-functional projects, and leveraging technology to address operational challenges. The position offers a dynamic working environment within a global team of human capital professionals.

Technical Requirements

Required Skills
  • • automating work processes
  • • advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • • basic programming languages (Python)
Preferred Skills
  • • experience with human capital systems (e.g., Workday)
  • • familiarity with generative AI
Experience Level

Minimum of three years of experience in or exposure to a human capital function

Responsibilities

  • • Collaborate on complex cross-functional projects
  • • Drive initiatives to optimize workflows
  • • Perform tasks related to the employee life cycle and experience, including compensation analysis

Technical Environment

Languages
Tools & Technologies

Benefits & Perks

  • • Medical and prescription drug coverage
  • • 401(k) contribution matching
  • • Wellness reimbursement
  • • Family building benefits
  • • Charitable gift match program
  • • Year-end bonus guaranteed in the first year of hire

Additional Information

Location
New York City, NY
Type
Full-time
Compensation
$140,000 to $170,000 annual base salary

About The D. E. Shaw Group

The D. E. Shaw group is a global investment and technology development firm founded in 1988 with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm has earned an international reputation for successful investing based on innovation, careful risk management, and the quality and depth of its staff.

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