Talent Acquisition Partner

maxine; Kampung Paya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxis is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner in Malaysia to manage the full lifecycle recruitment process from sourcing to onboarding. You will collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, develop effective strategies, and ensure a positive candidate experience.

The role requires strong interviewing, negotiation, and analytical skills, with the ability to handle multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment. Join a values-driven team focused on performance and possibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration or a related field.
• 5–10 years of full-cycle recruitment experience, preferably in telecom or fast-paced environments.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing techniques and recruitment tools (ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter).
• Excellent interviewing and assessment skills.
• Ability to build relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives across departments.
• Source and attract high-quality candidates through various channels.
• Screen interviews and assessments to evaluate skills and cultural fit.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers on market trends and recruitment best practices.
• Extend offers and manage negotiations for smooth onboarding.
• Strengthen employer branding via career events and online presence.
• Continuously improve processes, tools, and metrics reporting.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Interviewing techniques

Negotiation skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Are you ready to get ahead in your career? We want to empower you to turn your ambitions into achievements. We thrive in inclusiveness, diversity and embrace close collaborations for you to create impact for yourself and others. Together, we aim to bring the best of technology to help people, businesses and the nation to be ahead in a changing world. To realise our vision to become Malaysia's leading converged solutions company, we are looking for a new talent to innovate and grow with us in a culture that values commitment, performance and possibilities.

Job Summary:

The Talent Acquisition Partner is responsible for managing the full lifecycle recruitment process, from sourcing and screening candidates to offer management and onboarding support. This role involves collaborating closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs, developing effective recruitment strategies, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. The Talent Acquisition Partner will play a crucial role in attracting, engaging, and hiring top talent to support the organisation's growth and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment Strategy & Planning: Partner with hiring managers to understand their business objectives and specific talent needs, developing comprehensive recruitment strategies for various roles across different departments.
• Sourcing & Attraction: Utilise a variety of sourcing channels, including LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, professional networks, and direct outreach, to identify and attract high-quality candidates.
• Candidate Management: Conduct thorough candidate screening, interviews, and assessments to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit. Manage candidate expectations and provide regular updates throughout the recruitment process.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers, providing expert advice and guidance on recruitment best practices, market trends, and talent availability.
• Offer Management & Negotiation: Prepare and extend competitive job offers, managing negotiations to ensure successful acceptance and a smooth transition for new hires.
• Employer Branding: Contribute to strengthening the company's employer brand through active participation in career fairs, online presence, and promoting a positive candidate experience.
• Process Improvement: Continuously review and improve recruitment processes and tools to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and candidate experience.
• Data & Reporting: Track key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, source-of-hire) and provide regular reports to stakeholders, identifying areas for improvement.
• Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with local labour laws, company policies, and best practices for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience (typically 5-10 years) in full-cycle recruitment, preferably within a fast-paced environment or a telecommunications company.
• Strong understanding of various sourcing techniques and recruitment tools (e.g., ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter).
• Excellent interviewing and assessment skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Maxis values diverse voices & people. We hire and reward our employees based on capability & performance - regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, education, religion, nationality or physical ability.