Talent Acquisition Specialist

Medium; Remote; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment partner is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Malaysia. This role provides the opportunity to lead full-cycle recruitment, ensuring the company attracts and retains top talent in various sectors. The ideal candidate will excel in a remote environment and demonstrate strong communication, organizational skills, and a proactive attitude. Key responsibilities include managing applicant tracking systems, sourcing candidates, and tracking recruitment metrics. Enjoy benefits such as a fully remote work setup and flexible vacation policy.

Benefits

Fully remote, flexible work environment

Unlimited flexible vacation policy

Paid parental leave

Retirement plan with employer match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of recruiting or HR experience managing end‑to‑end recruitment.
• Proactive, self‑starter mindset with the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment from role intake to onboarding.
• Proactively source and engage candidates for cybersecurity and IT roles.
• Track recruitment metrics and provide insights for data-driven decisions.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Proficiency with Google Workspace

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field

Tools

ATS platforms

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Malaysia.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will lead end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring the company attracts, hires, and retains top talent across technical and corporate roles. This role requires proactive sourcing, strong candidate engagement, and collaboration with hiring managers and HR teams to align recruitment with business priorities. You will manage applicant tracking systems, track recruitment metrics, and continuously optimize hiring processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced, fully remote environment, delivering a seamless candidate experience while supporting onboarding and employer branding initiatives. This role provides the opportunity to influence talent strategy while contributing directly to the company’s growth and culture.

Accountabilities

• Lead full‑cycle recruitment, from role intake through onboarding
• Proactively source, engage, and build pipelines for candidates in cybersecurity, IT, compliance, and corporate functions
• Partner with hiring managers to align on job requirements, hiring priorities, and candidate fit
• Ensure a positive candidate experience, representing the organization at career events and in outreach communications
• Manage and maintain the applicant tracking system (ATS) and HRIS updates for compliance
• Track recruitment metrics and provide insights to HR leadership for data‑driven decisions
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline and enhance recruitment efficiency

Requirements

• 2–4 years of recruiting or HR experience with proven success managing end‑to‑end recruitment
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build trust with candidates and stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with Google Workspace; experience with ATS platforms and LinkedIn Recruiter preferred
• Proactive, self‑starter mindset with the ability to work independently in a fully remote environment
• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly, embrace feedback, and continuously improve processes

Benefits

• Fully remote, flexible work environment
• Unlimited flexible vacation policy
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement plan with employer match (401(k) or local equivalent)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (location‑dependent)
• Professional development and certification reimbursement
• Opportunities to participate in virtual team‑building and learning programs

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI‑powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role’s core requirements. Our system identifies the top‑fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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