Talent Acquisition Partner

Maxis; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxis is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to lead full-cycle recruitment in Malaysia. You will collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective sourcing strategies, while delivering a positive candidate experience.

You will screen, interview, and assess candidates, negotiate offers, and participate in employer branding efforts to attract top talent. Strong communication and stakeholder skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, preferably in telecom.
• Familiarity with ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, and sourcing tools.
• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and decision-making skills.
• Strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates.

Responsibilities

• Develop recruitment strategies with hiring managers across departments.
• Source and attract high-quality candidates through diverse channels.
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates; manage expectations and updates.
• Advise stakeholders on market trends and talent availability.
• Manage offers and negotiations for smooth acceptances.
• Improve recruitment processes and tools for efficiency.
• Track metrics (time-to-hire, cost-per-hire) and report to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with local labour laws and DEI practices.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Stakeholder management

Interviewing skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

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.

Why does this job exist and why is it critical?

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.

What’s next?

• Once you’ve applied online, our team will carefully review your application. Due to a high volume of applications, we appreciate your patience to allow for a fair and timely review process.
• Should you be shortlisted for the role, we will send you an invitation via email for a digital interview. You can also check on your application status by logging into your candidate account.

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.