Recruitment Associate

Carousell Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Southeast Asian region is seeking a Recruitment Associate to manage junior-level hiring and oversee contingent workforce operations, particularly in the Philippines. This role calls for a proactive individual with 1-2 years of recruitment experience and strong organizational skills. The chosen candidate will be pivotal in enhancing candidate experience and ensuring timely recruitment processes while collaborating with various teams across markets.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of recruitment experience at an agency.
• Strong interest in recruitment is welcome.
• Familiarity with Python at a basic level is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for junior-level positions across PH, MY, and SG.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of third-party contractor workforce in the Philippines.
• Collaborate with TA team members to improve processes.

Skills

Sourcing

Stakeholder Management

Organization

Communication

Education

Relevant Skills for Recruitment

Job description

Company Description

Carousell Group is the leading multi-category platform for secondhand in Greater Southeast Asia on a mission to make secondhand the first choice. Founded in August 2012 in Singapore, the Group has a leading presence in seven markets under the brands Carousell, Carousell Media Group, Cho Tot, Laku6, LuxLexicon, Mudah.my, OneShift, REFASH and Revo Financial, serving tens of millions of monthly active users. Carousell is backed by leading investors including Telenor Group, Rakuten Ventures, Naver, STIC Investments, 500 Global and Peak XV Partners (formerly known as Sequoia Capital India).

As a team of passionate individuals working together to solve meaningful problems, there is so much more for you to discover in a career with Carousell. Our culture is made up of hiring, developing, and promoting people who embody our values of HEART, which is an acronym for Humility, Empathy, Accountability, Relentlessly resourceful and Teamwork. Together as an organisation, we make magic happen.

About The Role

We’re looking for a Recruitment Associate to drive junior-level hiring across Southeast Asia and manage the full lifecycle of our contingent workforce, particularly in the Philippines. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves engaging with candidates, and understands the nuances of managing contractor and agency relationships.

If you're a recruiter who also enjoys operational ownership, agency coordination, and driving talent delivery across markets, this role was made for you.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

Recruitment for Junior Roles (SEA)

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for junior-level positions across PH, MY, and SG.
• Partner with hiring managers to define hiring needs and drive alignment on candidate profiles.
• Source, screen, and assess candidates directly—building a pipeline for frequently hired roles.
• Manage interview logistics, candidate communication, and offer negotiations.
• Ensure a consistent and high-quality candidate experience across all touchpoints.
  
  

Contingent Workforce Management (PH Focus)

• Oversee day-to-day operations of our third-party contractor workforce in the Philippines.
• Partner with agency vendors to track hiring progress, follow up on performance, and escalate delivery issues.
• Step in to recruit directly when agency traction is slow or pipelines are weak.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding of contractors, working closely with IT/Admin for asset handover and return.
• Track contract timelines, renewals, and ensure all paperwork is complete and compliant.
  
  

TA Operations & Support

• Maintain hiring trackers and status updates for key SEA markets.
• Collaborate with other TA team members to improve processes, share hiring insights, and support cross-market projects as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring:

• 1 to 2 years of recruitment experience at an agency.
• Experience managing or partnering with agency vendors and contingent workers. Strong sourcing and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised, responsive, and able to work independently across time zones and teams.
• Fresh graduates with relevant skills and a strong interest in recruitment are welcome to apply.
• Familiarity with Python at a basic level is a plus.
• Proficiency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese to support regional coordination is preferred.
  
  

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