Talent Acquisition Specialist

Interplex; Nibong Tebal; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Interplex in Malaysia is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead end-to-end recruitment across multiple countries in the region, partnering with hiring managers and HR teams to align workforce plans with business goals. You will source, assess, and hire top talent while delivering a positive candidate experience.

The role requires a strong network, proactive sourcing, and compliance with local laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in talent acquisition and recruiting for key positions in manufacturing industry.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Hands-on sourcing techniques (Boolean search) and tools (e.g., LinkedIn).
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing methodologies, and employment regulations.
• Excellent communication, interviewing, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job requisition intake, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding coordination.
• Partner with business leaders and hiring managers across the region to understand workforce requirements and provide recruitment advice.
• Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, professional networks, referrals, and talent pipelines.
• Ensure a positive and consistent candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Monitor recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, and source effectiveness, providing insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Drive employer branding and talent attraction initiatives to strengthen the organization's market presence.
• Maintain compliance with local employment laws, company policies, and recruitment best practices across different countries.
• Collaborate with HR Managers and regional stakeholders on workforce planning, diversity hiring, and talent management initiatives.
• Support vendor management activities, including recruitment agencies and external sourcing partners where applicable.
• Stay informed on labour market trends, talent availability, and competitive hiring practices within the region.
• Contacting passive candidates and building talent pipelines for future hiring needs.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Sourcing techniques

LinkedIn

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business Administration

Tools

LinkedIn

Job description

Interplex is a world-class business dedicated to providing best-fit customized interconnect solutions. We design and manufacture groundbreaking interconnect and mechanical products for a wide range of markets such as Datacom, AI and Industrial.

Leveraging our extensive technical expertise, vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities and global footprint enable us to quickly and cost-effectively solve complex customer problems. We create value by helping our customers reduce their Total Cost of Ownership by leveraging our unique multi-disciplinary skillset from both electro-mechanical and mechanical disciplines.

Sustainability and innovation are Interplex's drivers to develop and produce products responsibly to minimize our environmental footprint and foster our approach in giving back to society. Learn more at www.interplex.com.

Why Join Us

We believe that our employees are our greatest assets. We create opportunities for you to grow your skills and unleash your potential to advance your career. Our dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive culture encourages continuous learning, professional growth, and a sense of purpose. Together, we can make a sustainable contribution while shaping the future. At Interplex, we recognize our inquisitive workforce for challenging conventions and developing transformative solutions. When you immerse yourself in the unconventional, the possibilities are endless. Whether you are starting your career or planning your next move, Interplex offers opportunities to innovate, improve, and create a positive impact while learning new skills and sharing your knowledge within a purpose-driven, sustainable business.

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Job Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for driving end-to-end recruitment across multiple countries within the region, ensuring the attraction, assessment, and hiring of top talent to support business growth. Working closely with hiring managers, business leaders, and HR teams, this role delivers effective talent acquisition strategies aligned with workforce plans while providing a seamless and positive candidate experience. The specialist leverages market intelligence, develops proactive sourcing initiatives, manages recruitment processes, and supports employer branding efforts to build strong talent pipelines that meet both current and future organizational needs.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job requisition intake, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding coordination.
• Partner with business leaders and hiring managers across the region to understand workforce requirements and provide recruitment advice.
• Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, professional networks, referrals, and talent pipelines.
• Ensure a positive and consistent candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Monitor recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, and source effectiveness, providing insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Drive employer branding and talent attraction initiatives to strengthen the organization's market presence.
• Maintain compliance with local employment laws, company policies, and recruitment best practices across different countries.
• Collaborate with HR Managers and regional stakeholders on workforce planning, diversity hiring, and talent management initiatives.
• Support vendor management activities, including recruitment agencies and external sourcing partners where applicable.
• Stay informed on labour market trends, talent availability, and competitive hiring practices within the region.
• Contacting passive candidates and building talent pipelines for future hiring needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or any related field.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in talent acquisition and recruiting for key positions in manufacturing industry, preferably in a corporate TA or shared services environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Solid hands-on experience in sourcing techniques (Boolean search) and tools (eg. LinkedIn)
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing methodologies, and employment regulations.
• Excellent communication, interviewing, and negotiation skills.