Talent Acquisition Specialist

BYD MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

BYD MALAYSIA SDN. BHD. is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment across the organization in Subang Jaya.

You will partner with hiring managers, source top talent, conduct interviews, extend offers, and drive a smooth onboarding process while ensuring compliance and data accuracy. The role requires a Bachelor's in HR or related field and at least 3 years of recruitment experience, including campus or graduate recruitment, with strong communication in English,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably full-cycle recruitment.
• Experience in campus recruitment and graduate talent acquisition is highly preferred.
• Proven experience in recruitment or talent acquisition role, preferably in automotive industry.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruitment software.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop comprehensive recruitment strategies for each position.
• Source qualified candidates through job boards, social media, professional networks and referrals.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess candidate qualifications, skills and fit for the organization.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and key stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, providing timely updates and feedback.
• Conduct reference checks and background screenings for selected candidates.
• Extend job offers and negotiate terms of employment as needed.
• Partner with HR team to ensure smooth onboarding process for new hires.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system.
• Analyze recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance the recruitment process.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Campus recruitment

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing

Stakeholder management

Multilingual communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

ATS (Applicant Tracking System)

Recruitment software

Job description

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a critical role in sourcing, attracting and hiring top talent to support the company's strategic objectives. This individual will be responsible for managing the full cycle recruitment process, from identifying staffing needs to onboarding successful candidates.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop comprehensive recruitment strategies to each position.

Source qualified candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, professional networks and referrals.

Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess candidate qualifications, skills and fit for the organization.

Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and key stakeholders.

Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process, providing timely updates and feedback.

Conduct reference checks and background screenings for selected candidates.

Extend job offers and negotiate terms of employment as needed.

Partner with HR team to ensure smooth onboarding process for new hires.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system.

Analyze recruitment metrics and data to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance the recruitment process.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably with full-cycle recruitment experience.

Experience in campus recruitment and graduate talent acquisition is highly preferred.

Proven experience in recruitment or talent acquisition role, preferably in automotive industry.

Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruitment software.

Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Proactive and self-motivated with a passion for identifying and attracting top talent.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Proficient in English, Chinese and Bahasa Malaysia (both written and spoken).

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