Talent Acquisition Executive

myFirst Tech; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global recruitment firm based in Johor Bahru is looking for a seasoned recruitment manager. This role encompasses managing the full recruitment cycle across multiple countries including Malaysia, Singapore, USA, and Europe. Responsibilities include defining job requirements, conducting assessments, and enhancing employer branding. Candidates must possess strong stakeholder engagement skills and be adept at building candidate pipelines. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on recruitment strategies in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing recruitment for multiple countries, including Malaysia.
• Strong understanding of local labor regulations across regions.
• Ability to build pipelines and maintain long-term candidate relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Lead recruitment activities for Malaysia, Singapore, USA, and Europe.
• Develop and maintain strong candidate pipelines using various channels.
• Conduct assessments to evaluate candidate suitability and recommend candidates.

Skills

Full recruitment cycle management

Stakeholder engagement

Employer branding

Talent sourcing

Job description

End‑to‑End Recruitment

• Manage the full recruitment cycle including sourcing, screening, interviewing, shortlisting, selection, offer management, and onboarding.
• Work closely with hiring managers across the region to define job requirements, selection criteria, and hiring timelines.

Multi‑Country Hiring Management

• Lead recruitment activities for Malaysia, Singapore, USA and Europe for both technical and non‑technical roles.
• Coordinate with country leaders to understand market‑specific requirements and ensure compliance with local labor practices.

Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Building

• Develop and maintain strong candidate pipelines using multiple channels (job portals, social media, referrals, headhunting, talent communities).
• Build long‑term relationships with potential candidates and external recruitment agencies across all four countries.

Employer Branding

• Support employer branding initiatives to enhance the company’s visibility and attractiveness in key markets.
• Ensure consistent messaging in recruitment campaigns, job postings, and candidate communication.

Selection & Assessment

• Conduct preliminary interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate suitability.
• Recommend candidates to hiring managers with clear evaluation reports and insights.

Recruitment Operations

• Maintain accurate hiring records, dashboards, and metrics to track recruitment performance.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with local labour regulations in each country.
• Coordinate offer letters, contract preparations, and onboarding arrangements with the People Operations teams.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with regional HR and business leaders to provide regular hiring updates.
• Advise hiring managers on market trends, talent availability, salary benchmarks, and recruitment strategy.