FREELANCE RECRUITER*

Societe Generale; Shah Alam; Remote; MYR 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the inspection and verification industry is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Malaysia. This role involves sourcing candidates, developing recruitment strategies, and engaging with stakeholders. Suitable candidates should have a degree in HR or related fields and experience in talent acquisition. This position offers the flexibility to work from home and participate in nationwide recruitment initiatives.

Benefits

Work from home options

Participation in exclusive training programs

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 2 years in candidate sourcing.
• Experience in MNC environments dealing with diverse businesses.
• Strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Source candidates based on HR requisitions and close them timely.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to ensure successful recruitment.
• Participate in recruitment events and promote the employer brand.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Team Collaboration

Results-oriented

Education

Degree/Diploma in Human Resources

Degree in Economics or Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

HRIS systems (SmartRecruiter)

Job description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. Recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity, SGS employs over 89,000 staff across more than 2,400 offices and laboratories worldwide.

SGS Malaysia was established in 1971, with its Head Office located in Kuala Lumpur. The organization comprises 37 offices and 10 laboratories, with more than 1,000 staff across Malaysia.

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Source candidates based on requirements provided by HR Business Partners and Hiring Managers, in accordance with the approved manpower requisition.
• Ensure the timely closure of manpower requisitions.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate closely with the internal Talent Management Team and Hiring Managers to ensure recruitment activities are completed successfully.
• Develop sourcing strategies using resources provided by the Talent Management Team, including optimizing job postings, developing candidate marketing channels, procuring job boards, and planning comprehensive recruitment campaigns.
• Identify and source suitable talent for assigned requisitions.
• Perform pre-screening activities, including initial assessments and phone interviews, to improve the quality and relevance of shortlisted candidates.
• Participate in recruitment events such as career fairs, college recruitment programs, and graduate development initiatives with the Talent Management Team.
• Promote the employer brand of SGS.
• Adhere to SGS Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies by maintaining good safety behavior and exercising necessary standards and processes to ensure compliance at all times.

Qualifications

PROFILE

• Degree/Diploma in Human Resources, Economics, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Preferably 3 to 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 2 years in candidate sourcing.
• Experience dealing with diverse businesses and managing various stakeholder levels in an MNC environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office is required; experience with HRIS systems (particularly SmartRecruiter) is an advantage.
• Willing to work from home and travel nationwide occasionally.
• Successful candidates will undergo a Company Familiarization Programme and Employer Brand Training.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken.
• Mature with excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Energetic, result-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Translate strategy into action by effectively communicating plans, setting SMART targets/KPIs, and reviewing progress.
• Collaborate effectively across borders, share information, leverage diversity, and overcome barriers.
• Deliver superior results by setting high standards, exceeding expectations, and striving for operational excellence.

Additional Information

This is part of the Exclusive Business Partner Programme, which enables individuals to work remotely.