Talent Acquisition Specialist

AVEVA; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive recruitment across Southeast Asia. You will collaborate with hiring managers to source top talent for corporate and technical roles while ensuring an excellent candidate experience. This position requires 5-7 years of experience in talent acquisition within a technology environment. Flexible working arrangements available.

Qualifications

• 5 ~ 7 years of end-to-end Talent Acquisition experience within a technology domain.
• Regional experience and additional Asian language (Chinese, Bahasa) is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated success hiring for corporate roles.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to design effective recruitment strategies.
• Source and attract talent through various channels.
• Conduct structured screening and interviews.

Skills

Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist

Strong sourcing and networking capabilities

Highly skilled in stakeholder management

Proficiency in applicant tracking systems

Strong negotiation, prioritization, and time management abilities

High attention to detail, professionalism, and confidentiality

Tools

Workday

Job description

Position: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Employment type: Full-time regular – Hybrid (50% office)

Overview

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals and minerals – safely, efficiently and more sustainably. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with sustainability targets validated by the SBTi and recognition as an innovative company. We seek a curious and collaborative Talent Acquisition Specialist to make a big impact through technology.

The job

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive hiring excellence across Southeast Asia and the broader APAC region. In this role, you will partner with business leaders to recruit top talent across both corporate and technical functions, ensuring an outstanding candidate experience while contributing to AVEVA’s growth journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to design and execute effective recruitment strategies
• Source and attract talent through job boards, social media, referrals, niche communities, and industry events
• Conduct structured screening and interviews using behavioral, competency-based, and technical assessments
• Manage the end-to-end hiring process including offer negotiation and closure
• Maintain and optimize applicant tracking systems (Workday preferred) and talent pipelines
• Provide market insights and talent intelligence to guide workforce planning
• Champion inclusive and unbiased hiring practices, aligned with AVEVA’s commitment to equity
• Collaborate with colleagues across the People Team to enhance hiring processes and strengthen our employer brand

Essential capabilities & skills

• Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist (or Senior Specialist) in a global technology or product organization with end-to-end recruitment across corporate functions (Finance, Legal, HR, IT, Business Operations) and exposure to technical roles (software, cloud, AI/ML)
• Strong sourcing and networking capabilities, with knowledge of Southeast Asia/APAC talent markets
• Highly skilled in stakeholder management and able to influence at all levels
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems, ideally Workday
• Strong negotiation, prioritization, and time management abilities
• High attention to detail, professionalism, and confidentiality

Essential experience

• 5 ~ 7 years of end-to-end Talent Acquisition experience within a technology domain with a sizable global backdrop
• Regional experience and additional Asian language (Chinese, Bahasa) will be highly regarded
• Demonstrated success hiring for corporate roles, including but not limited to IT, Legal, Finance, Business Operations and R&D roles
• Experience of working in a People Team, showing knowledge of HR policies, processes across the whole employee lifecycle

People team at AVEVA

The Talent Acquisition function is part of the People team in AVEVA, together with colleagues in Rewards & Talent, People Technology, Employee Experience and the People Partner team. The TA team is made up of regional teams of TA Specialists, the Early Careers team, TA Operations and Sourcing team and global TA Business Partners. We aim to bring in the best talents who demonstrate AVEVA culture of Impact, Aspiration, Curiosity & Trust, to drive AVEVA’s goal to be the Number One Industrial Software company in the world.

Background checks & equal opportunity

AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, and credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an inclusive culture where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.

How to apply

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