Talent Acquisition Executive

Fairview International School; Selangor; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive innovative recruitment strategies and enhance their talent pipeline. In this role, you will represent the company at various events, build relationships with potential candidates, and manage candidate pools to ensure engagement. You'll collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop creative solutions to talent acquisition challenges. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, where your contributions will shape the future of the organization.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of candidate selection methods and recruiting processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement talent acquisition strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Manage candidate pools and maintain engagement for current and future opportunities.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Social Media Recruiting

Full-Cycle Recruiting

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management

Relevant or Equivalent Degree

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

LinkedIn Talent Solutions

Job description

• Plan and implement company talent acquisition strategy
• Serve as brand ambassador at various events, like career fairs or on-campus recruiting events to build a strong candidate pipeline
• Represent company internally and externally at events with a goal of networking and relationship building with potential candidate communities
• Build long-term relationships with past and potential candidates
• Manage respective candidate pools to ensure qualified candidates remain engaged in current or future opportunities
• Generate monthly updates for company’s leadership about upcoming talent acquisition initiatives
• Create monthly reports on key talent acquisition metrics
• Develop creative ways for addressing talent acquisition challenges
• Proactively seek market intelligence to gain competitive advantage in attraction, assessment and sourcing methodologies; Suggest new ideas for improving talent acquisition activities
• Research talent acquisition trends in the staffing industry
• Coordinate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs in different areas and departments
• Determine selection criteria for candidates by liaising with managers and other members of staff
• Source applicants through online channels, such as LinkedIn and other professional networks
• Create job descriptions and interview questions that reflect the requirements for each position
• Identify and refine down the most suitable talent from available candidates
• Plan interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, assessments, and in-person interviews.
• Assess candidates’ information, including C.Vs., portfolios and references
• Keep records of all materials used for recruitment, including interview notes and related paperwork, to share with key stakeholders

Qualification & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, or any relevant or equivalent
• 2-3 years of experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, or similar
• Experience in recruiting firm/agency would be added advantage
• Work experience in talent acquisition or similar roles
• Familiarity with social media, C.V. databases, and professional networks
• Experience with full-cycle recruiting, using various interview techniques and evaluation methods
• In-depth knowledge of candidates’ selection methods
• Knowledge in Applicant Tracking Systems
• Experience in using LinkedIn Talent Solutions to proactively source candidates
• A keen understanding of the requirements for each role in the company
• Proficiency in documenting processes and keeping up with industry trends
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload
• Creative thinker and proactive problem solver