Recruitment Consultant

JAC Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment Malaysia is seeking a proactive Consultant to manage full recruitment cycles, source talent, screen candidates, and present shortlisted profiles to clients.

You will engage with HR leaders across Malaysia and APAC, conduct structured interviews, deliver high-quality shortlists, and build long-term relationships while aiming for top-biller performance. A Diploma or Bachelor's degree is required, with 2+ years of recruitment experience and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or a client-facing commercial environment.
• Strong command of English (spoken and written); ability to communicate credibly with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Mandarin and Malay or other languages is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle, including talent sourcing, screening, interviewing, assessing, and presenting suitable candidates.
• Conduct structured interviews to evaluate candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit tailored to corporations’ requirements.
• Deliver high-quality shortlists and provide hiring recommendations to clients.
• Maintain strong candidate relationships to ensure positive experience and long-term engagement.
• Consistently maintain a high level of performance as a top biller, contributing directly to team and company revenue objectives.
• Serve as a trusted partner to HR leaders and hiring managers, understanding hiring needs, timelines, and workforce planning.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with new and existing companies expanding or hiring in Malaysia/APAC.

Skills

English proficiency

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Planning & multitasking

Cross-cultural collaboration

Target-driven

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree

Job description

JAC Recruitment is a pioneer of professional recruitment consulting, working globally with the best companies and the most talented candidates to provide opportunities for their growth and the development of their communities.

We are currently looking for highly talented and ambitious future colleagues to join our Malaysia team (Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor).

Responsibilities

As a Consultant, you will act as a strategic hiring advisor, ensuring strong service delivery, market insights, and stakeholder alignment.

Recruitment & Delivery

• Manage the full recruitment cycle, including talent sourcing, screening, interviewing, assessing, and presenting suitable candidates.


• Conduct structured interviews to evaluate candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit tailored to corporations’ requirements.


• Deliver high-quality shortlists and provide hiring recommendations to clients.


• Maintain strong candidate relationships to ensure positive experience and long-term engagement.


• Consistently maintain a high level of performance as a top biller, contributing directly to team and company revenue objectives.

Client Management

• Serve as a trusted partner to HR leaders and hiring, understanding their hiring needs, timelines, and workforce planning.


• Manage communication and expectations effectively with senior stakeholders across multiple markets.


• Ensure outstanding customer service and timely updates throughout the hiring process.


• Strengthen existing client relationships to secure repeat business and long-term partnerships.

Business Development

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with new and existing companies expanding or hiring in Malaysia/APAC.


• Conduct market research to map industry trends, talent availability, and competitive insights.


• Prepare and deliver proposals, capability presentations, and recruitment solutions tailored to client needs.

Internal Collaboration & Contribution

• Support team initiatives and share market intelligence to enhance overall performance.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the internal database/ATS.


• Lead by example with professionalism, integrity, and a strong sense of accountability.

Requirements

• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding targets in recruitment or commercial sales roles.


• Minimum 2 years’ experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or a client-facing commercial environment.


• Strong command of English (spoken and written); ability to communicate credibly with senior stakeholders, candidate communication and internal collaboration.


• Proficiency in Mandarin and Malay or other languages is an added advantage.


• Strong planning, organizational, and multitasking capabilities.


• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, especially within cross-cultural environments.


• Knowledge of business environments, corporate structures, and global hiring practices.


• Diploma or Bachelor\'s Degree in any field.

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