Talent Acquisition Specialist

Gradiant; Puchong; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradiant is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to identify, attract, and retain top talent across APAC, with a focus on China and Taiwan. The role supports recruitment in Malaysia, and coordination with hiring managers and HR is essential.

A mostly remote arrangement is expected, with occasional office visits at least once a week. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, Mandarin proficiency, and experience in recruitment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in HR, business or related field.
• Fresh graduates or with some TA/recruiter experience, preferred in water/engineering.
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing techniques, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Source and attract qualified candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and industry connections.
• Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and assess fit with job requirements and culture.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment process from posting to offers and negotiations.

Skills

Mandarin proficiency

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration or related field

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Job description

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission‑critical operations in the world's essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy.

Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston‑headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide.

Discover us at www.gradiant.com.

Role Overview

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Gradiant you will play a crucial role in identifying, attracting, and retaining top talent within the water industry. Recruitment activities would primarily be in the APAC; however, the individual must be flexible to support other countries/regions where needed. You will be part of the TA COE and collaborate closely with hiring managers and HR professionals to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. The role will be based in Malaysia, supporting recruitment in APAC, primarily China and Taiwan.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

Talent Sourcing and Recruitment

Utilizing various channels, including job boards, social media, networking events, and industry connections, to actively source and attract qualified candidates.

Screening resumes, conducting initial interviews, and evaluating candidates to ensure alignment with job requirements and organizational culture.

Managing the end‑to‑end recruitment process, from posting job ads, scheduling interviews, managing offer proposals to extending offers and negotiating terms.

Relationship Building

Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with hiring managers, department heads, and external partners to understand their staffing needs and provide timely support.

Collaborating with internal stakeholders to develop interview questions and assessment tools that accurately reflect position requirements and attract suitable candidates.

Employer Branding and Promotion

Promoting Gradiant as an employer of choice within the water industry through effective employer branding initiatives, including social media campaigns, career fairs, and industry conferences.

Developing compelling recruitment marketing materials, such as job postings, brochures, and videos, to showcase the company's values, culture, and career opportunities.

Candidate Experience

Ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process by providing timely communication, feedback, and support.

Soliciting feedback from candidates and hiring managers to continuously improve recruitment practices and enhance the overall candidate experience.

Data Analysis and Reporting

Ensuring full utilization of internal Applicant Tracking System(ATS) to manage requisitions and candidate dispositioning throughout the recruitment process.

Ensuring data integrity through regular candidate dispositioning. Generating regular reports and dashboards to communicate recruitment outcomes, challenges, and opportunities to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Fresh graduates or those with some experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist or Recruiter, preferably within the water industry, Engineering or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing techniques, and employment laws and regulations.
• While it is mostly remote work, there should be flexibility to come into the office at least once a week or as and when requested.
• There may be some travel required within APAC
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• As the role would primarily support China & Taiwan, proficiency in Mandarin (ability to read, write and converse) is a requirement.
• Ability to work effectively independently with minimum supervision in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.