Career Opportunities
Headquartered in New York, the Claims Conference is a global, non-profit organization committed to providing a small measure of justice to Holocaust Survivors.
Claims Conference Careers
Claims Conference by the Numbers
$625m
Distributed
in direct compensation to Holocaust survivors in 2023
$750m
In Grants to over 300 social service agencies worldwide that provide vital services for survivors
$90b
Funds secured from the German government since 1951 in indemnification for Holocaust survivors
83
Countries where we serve Holocaust survivors
Our Research, Education, and Documentation (RED) funds contribute toward global efforts to educate the public and preserve the memory of the Holocaust through teacher training programs, exhibitions, and films such as Reckonings and Son of Saul, an Academy Award winner for Best Foreign Film.
At the Claims Conference, we honor history while making history.
Working at the Claims Conference
350
Employees worldwide
15
Languages spoken by staff members
Benefits
Health Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental plans (Cigna) without referrals, including employer-funded Difference Card to cover out-of-pocket payments.
Time Off
Generous paid time off plus days off for major Jewish and federal holidays. Early Friday closures during the fall and winter.
Flexibility
Employees can work from home three days per week while also benefiting from in-office collaboration twice a week (depending on position).
Learning Opportunities
Continuously updated catalog of online and in-person learning opportunities, with professional development funds for courses and certifications.
Retirement Savings Plan
A plan that allows employees to put aside pre and post-tax dollars in a variety of mutual fund accounts. The Claims Conference provides a 4% company match while enrolled in the plan.
Additional Benefits
The Claims Conference also offers dependent and health care flexible spending accounts, a commuter benefit plan, and parental leave.
Mentorship Program
A structured mentorship program is available to match employees with more senior colleagues in any department to learn about their field of interest.
Community Engagement
We offer employees the opportunity to volunteer twice a year with partner organizations providing direct services to Holocaust survivors.
What our team members say:
“At the end of each day, I know the work I do makes a positive impact on the lives of people around the world. The work culture here is one of kindness, understanding, and the desire to give it our all.”
Laina
Program Assistant, Social Welfare
“The Claims Conference has provided me with so many opportunities to grow as a professional. The staff here is genuinely focused on teaching and developing each other.”
Michael
Recruitment, Talent & Development Specialist
“I feel honored to be a part of the Claims Conference and to serve such a unique population. As a call center representative, I try to ensure that every caller feels welcomed, listened to, and receives the best possible customer service.”
Anna
Program Specialist, Survivor Engagement
“I wanted to work at an organization focused on the social good, and the impact the Claims Conference has is incredible. I truly feel that I am making a big difference in the world – knowing that my efforts are positively impacting Holocaust survivors is a great honor.“
Gerard
Program Assistant, Social Welfare
“My journey at the Claims Conference has been humbling, exciting, and fun. I have been blessed with many great coworkers and have built lifelong relationships as I progressed from an Information Specialist to an Administrative Assistant to a Grant Audit Associate.”
Jennifer
Grant Audit Associate
The Claims Conference is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of any category protected by law, including (without limitation) race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. In compliance with NYS Labor Law Section 194-a, the Claims Conference does not seek salary history information from job applicants.
