Recruitment Consultant (Commercial)

PositiveLinks Asia; Selangor; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment solutions provider in Selangor is seeking a 360 Recruitment Consultant. You will manage the complete recruitment process, including business development and client engagement. The role requires at least 5 years of experience in client-facing roles and dedication to achieving placement targets. You will benefit from a hybrid working model that supports personal and professional development, offering exposure to various industries and a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Training and mentorship

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in consulting, business development, account management, or other client-facing roles.
• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Driven, proactive, and results-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Identify client leads through referrals and outreach.
• Manage the full recruitment process from sourcing to onboarding.
• Build and nurture a network of candidates.
• Drive placement targets and maintain job pipelines.

Skills

Business development

Client management

Candidate sourcing

Negotiation

Market research

Job description

About PositiveLinks Asia:
We provide workforce solutions to growth‑stage companies across Southeast Asia. Our offerings include recruitment, contracting, and HR advisory.

Role Summary:
As a 360 Recruitment Consultant, you will manage the end‑to‑end recruitment process — from business development, client engagement, and building job pipelines to candidate sourcing, selection, and placement. This role blends sales acumen, project management, and a people‑first mindset.

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Development & Client Management

• Identify and generate client leads through referrals, social media, networking, and proactive outreach (including cold calls).
• Pitch and articulate the value of PositiveLinks Asia’s recruitment solutions to potential clients.
• Plan and execute weekly business development activities; track all leads and activities in the system.
• Build and manage strong client relationships through regular communication and meetings.
• Understand clients’ hiring needs, challenges, and priorities through detailed job briefs.
• Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Provide consultation and talent market insights to clients, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor.
• Create value for the company by securing new job mandates, exclusive engagements, and contracting roles.

2. End‑to‑End Recruitment Execution

• Manage the full recruitment process from sourcing to offer negotiation.
• Research the talent landscape and conduct market mapping.
• Source, identify, and approach candidates using multiple channels (databases, LinkedIn, referrals, networking).
• Screen and interview candidates to assess suitability and match to client requirements.
• Present shortlisted profiles to clients and manage interview coordination.
• Negotiate compensation packages and manage the offer‑to‑onboarding process.
• Maintain consistent engagement with clients and candidates to ensure a smooth experience and address challenges proactively.

3. Candidate Talent Pooling & Networking

• Build and nurture a strong network of candidates within your specialization.
• Maintain a healthy pipeline of active and passive talent to support current and future roles.
• Stay updated on candidate movement in the market and maintain regular communication.

4. Performance & Revenue

• Drive towards placement targets, quarterly billing goals, and KPIs (business development, client calls, candidate interviews).
• Maintain strong job pipelines and forecasting accuracy.
• Continuously improve personal workflow/processes to optimise productivity and exceed billing targets.

What We’re Looking For

• Driven, proactive, and results‑oriented.
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to thrive in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment.
• A team player who values collaboration and collective success.

Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in consulting, business development, account management, or other client‑facing roles.

Why Join Us

• A hybrid role where you sharpen both recruitment and business development skills.
• Direct exposure to diverse industries and decision‑makers — learn how different businesses grow and hire.
• Training, mentorship, and continuous support to accelerate your development.
• A collaborative team culture where your ideas are heard and valued.
• An opportunity to be more than “just another consultant” — be part of building something meaningful and impactful.