Talent Acquisition Specialist

Second Talent; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing recruitment firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage full-cycle recruitment. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers, developing sourcing strategies, and enhancing the candidate experience. Ideal candidates have a background in HR and at least 5 years of recruitment experience. Join a dynamic team that values people and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in full-cycle recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Proven experience with sourcing and evaluating candidates across multiple functions and levels.
• Prior experience in e-commerce or startup environments is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify hiring needs.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including interviews and offer management.
• Forecast hiring needs on a quarterly and annual basis.

Skills

Sourcing candidates

Interview coordination

Building talent pipelines

Strong interpersonal skills

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Social recruiting tools

Job description

About the job Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: Malaysia

Department: People & Culture / Human Resources

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate and driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our People & Culture team. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process, sourcing candidates, coordinating interviews, and building strong talent pipelines to support our company's growth.

You'll play a key role in shaping our employer brand and ensuring a seamless, engaging candidate experience from first contact to onboarding. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and believe that people are an organization\'s greatest asset, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers and HRBPs to identify current and future hiring needs.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies through online platforms and professional networks.
• Design job descriptions and interview questions tailored to each role's requirements.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including screening calls, assessments, interviews, and offer management.
• Organize and participate in job fairs, career expos, and networking events to promote employer branding.
• Build and maintain a talent pipeline through proactive outreach and relationship management.
• Coordinate pre-boarding and ensure a smooth onboarding process for new hires.
• Forecast hiring needs on a quarterly and annual basis by department.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and reporting to track progress and performance.

What Were Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.

Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in full-cycle recruitment or talent acquisition.

• Proven experience with sourcing and evaluating candidates across multiple functions and levels.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), resume databases, and social recruiting tools.

Prior experience in e-commerce or startup environments is a strong advantage.

Fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with both internal teams and external candidates.

Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.

Passionate about people and deeply committed to creating great candidate experiences.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of our organization.

Work in a collaborative environment where people are valued above all.

Contribute to meaningful growth while advancing your own HR career.

Apply now if you're ready to build a high-performing team and grow with us!