Senior Recruitment Consultant

Kingfisher Executive Search; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their Kuala Lumpur team. This full-time role involves sourcing and placing top-tier talent across diverse industries. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of experience in recruitment, excellent negotiation skills, and a track record of success in candidate sourcing. The company offers an opportunity to influence business growth and work in a dynamic environment, contributing to high client and candidate satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a senior recruitment or talent acquisition role.
• Proven track record of sourcing and placing high-calibre candidates.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with clients and candidates.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage with potential candidates through networking and advertising.
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates for client requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process including interview coordination.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong negotiation skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Proficient in recruitment technology

Job description

Kingfisher Executive Search is seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team in Kuala Lumpur. As a full‑time Senior Recruitment Consultant, you will play a crucial role in sourcing and placing top‑tier talent across a diverse range of industries and functions.

About us

Kingfisher Executive Search is a leading recruitment firm specializing in the placement of top‑tier talent across a range of industries. With a strong global presence and a reputation for excellence, we are committed to helping our clients build high‑performing teams and our candidates achieve their career aspirations. If you are passionate about making a difference in the world of recruitment, we would love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Proactively identify and engage with potential candidates through networking, advertising, and innovative sourcing strategies.
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates to ensure they meet the client’s requirements.
• Manage the end‑to‑end recruitment process, including client briefing, candidate shortlisting, interview coordination, and offer negotiation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with both clients and candidates to ensure a high level of satisfaction.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of recruitment strategies to drive business growth.
• Collaborate with the broader team to share best practices and support each other’s success.

What we’re looking for

• 8+ years of experience in a senior recruitment or talent acquisition role, preferably within an executive search or recruitment agency.
• Proven track record of successfully sourcing and placing high‑calibre candidates across a range of industries and seniority levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients and candidates.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to navigate complex recruitment processes.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for driving business growth.
• Proficient in the use of recruitment technology and data analysis to inform decision‑making.

Founded in 2003, KINGFISHER is a multinational group providing a full range of HR solutions. We have seven core businesses, including retained search, executive search, recruitment process outsourcing, staffing, workforce transformation, career education, and overseas HR solutions services.

We currently have 13 branches and four talent search centers in Shanghai, Beijing, Suzhou, Wuhan, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Taipei, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Amsterdam, Tokyo, Brunei and Mumbai, serving customers across APAC and Europe.