Talent Acquisition Lead

intrepid.asia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

Ample leave

Intrepid Academy access

Job summary

Intrepid Asia is seeking a Talent Acquisition Lead to drive high-quality recruitment across Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore. You will manage 3–4 TA members, partner with business leaders, and implement best practices in the recruitment journey.

You will source candidates through diverse channels, lead full-cycle processes, and build strong talent pipelines while contributing to employer branding and reporting. This role reports to the regional Talent Acquisition Lead.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
• 4+ years in recruitment or talent acquisition with at least 1 year of team management.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle recruitment and local markets.
• Proficient in sourcing techniques and multiple channels.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Regional SEA recruitment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to identify recruitment needs across Thailand, Malaysia & Singapore.
• Manage full lifecycle: sourcing, pre-screening, interviewing, offers, onboarding.
• Source and attract candidates through job portals, social media, headhunting, campus recruiting, referrals, and partnerships.
• Provide timely feedback to hiring managers on candidate profiles and interview outcomes.
• Build and maintain relationships with active and passive talent for current and future needs.
• Proactively manage candidate pipelines for a continuous flow of talent.
• Stay updated on industry trends to enhance sourcing strategies.
• Lead campus recruitment efforts targeting interns, trainees, and entry-level talent.
• Support employer branding to improve talent attraction and conversion rates.
• Prepare recruitment reports, weekly dashboards, and hiring status updates.
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication

Fluent English

Analytical skills

Sourcing techniques

Regional SEA experience

Full-cycle recruitment

Boolean search

Social media sourcing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Boolean search

Social media recruiting

Job description

Who we are

Intrepid Asia is a leading Ecommerce and Digital Solutions Provider in South East Asia. We offer end-to-end omni-channel ecommerce management, Livestreaming, Video production & Affiliate Management for Social Commerce plus full funnel Digital Marketing Services and advanced Market Intelligence, all powered by state of the art inhouse Technology to our client base of leading international brands across all key marketplaces and social platforms in all 6 SEA countries. Brands love our regional presence, our excellent data-driven and growth-focused services which are enabled by the strongest team in the industry, and our advanced marketing and tech capabilities.

We are growing rapidly and as the exclusive partner of Flywheel in SEA, we offer many exciting opportunities to work with leading brands across multiple categories and key industry players. By joining us, you will work on the cutting edge of digital and social commerce in SEA, and experience what it takes to drive a successful ecommerce business end-to-end.

The team you will be part of

Our Talent & People Team is the heartbeat of our organization - championing a culture where people thrive and potential is unlocked. From attracting top talent and shaping employee experiences to driving development, engagement, and retention, the team plays a strategic role in building and maintaining a high-performing, empowered workforce. We are here to grow with the business and for the people behind it.

The part you will play

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Lead to join our team in Thailand or Malaysia. In this role, you will play a key part in driving a high-quality recruitment process by identifying and attracting top talent in the market and managing 3-4 TA members. You’ll work closely with business leaders and stakeholders across Malaysia, Singapore & Thailand providing strategic hiring guidance and ensuring best practices are applied throughout the recruitment journey. This role will report to the regional Talent Acquisition Lead.

As a Talent Acquisition Lead, you will take charge of

• Partnering with different hiring managers to screen, assess and deliver the recruitment needs across various functions in Thailand, Malaysia & Singapore market.
• Managing the full recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing, pre-screening, interviewing, and offering negotiation to onboarding and ensuring successful new hire integration.
• Sourcing and attracting candidates through diverse channels such as job portals, social media, headhunting, campus recruitment, referrals, and international partnerships.
• Providing timely and constructive feedback to hiring managers regarding candidate profiles and interview outcomes.
• Building and maintaining strong, long‑term relationships with both active and passive talent for current and future hiring needs.
• Proactively managing and engaging candidate pipelines to ensure a continuous flow of qualified talent.
• Staying up to date on industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition to enhance sourcing strategies and candidate experience.
• Leading and executing campus recruitment activities targeting interns, trainees, contract staff, and entry‑level talent.
• Supporting employer branding efforts to strengthen talent attraction and improve conversion rates.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate recruitment reports, including weekly status updates and hiring dashboards.
• Contributing to various ad‑hoc talent acquisition projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

What we are looking for - the ideal profile

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
• At least 4 years of work experience as a recruiter or talent acquisition, preferably from an e-commerce, marketing agency, or live commerce industry with min 1 year of team management
• Excellent understanding of full‑cycle recruitment processes and the local talent markets.
• Solid knowledge of sourcing techniques (e.g. social media recruiting and Boolean search) and familiar with various sourcing channels.
• Strong communication skills and fluent English
• Good analytical acumen, including the ability to provide insights with data on the salary benchmarking, market competitiveness & talent pipeline
• Regional recruitment experience in SEA locations would be a bonus

In return, you will be getting

• Tackling the sophisticated people's challenges in the rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape with data insights and innovative solutions.
• You will be joining an all-star People Team that consistently raises the bar by combining the systems and processes of a small multinational with the collaborative, innovative, and agile spirit of a startup in an ever‑evolving world.
• With our team’s rapid growth and the People Team launching new initiatives to enhance both employee experience and performance, you will benefit from a wide range of opportunities for development. Our structured learning programs covering both functional skills and broader growth are designed to support you at every stage of your journey
• Our supportive culture and close collaboration between regional and local teams create a close-knit work environment which many in our team love and thrive in

We also offer

Best of Both Worlds

We are a scale up: the sophistication of a small multinational, with the agility of a start‑up. This means you get to work on cutting‑edge projects, and besides your 'standard' job description, we love to see you show entrepreneurial initiative and want to see your take on how you can take your role and our company to the next level. Good ideas get implemented. You are the master of your own destiny.

Culture that Brings Out the Best

At Intrepid, culture is not just a buzzword, it is what we practice at work every day. We believe in collaboration over competition, transparency over politics, and willingness to learn over ego. You will be part of a team where people genuinely support one another, celebrate wins together, and face challenges head‑on as one. We put our all into the work but we balance it with fun, whether that is through team lunches, after‑work hangouts, events or shared laughter in the office. This is a place where you can thrive professionally while having a great time.

Grow Without Limits

Learning at Intrepid is constant and dynamic. You will have access to formal training through face‑to‑face sessions, coaching and our very own Intrepid Academy. On top of that, real‑world experience such as leading clients, working with advanced tech, and mastering best‑in‑class processes will accelerate your growth every step of the way. Surrounded by a talented team that raises the bar daily, in a rapidly growing and ever‑expanding business, the opportunities for your development are endless.

Rewarding You Right

We believe great work deserves great rewards at Intrepid. That’s why we offer competitive compensation and generous benefits, including comprehensive insurance and ample leave, to support you both in and out of the workplace. We want you to feel valued, cared for, and empowered to bring your best self to work every day.

Note: We will not be accepting any unsolicited resumes or CVs from headhunting or recruitment agencies at this point. Any CVs or profiles shared with us will not be entertained, and in the event of dispute, Intrepid will not be liable for any material compensation to third parties