Talent Acquisition Specialist/Headhunter

Fastlane Group; Selangor; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment and employer service provider seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist/Headhunter to assist clients with their hiring needs in Malaysia. This role requires proactive communication and skills in sourcing strategies to attract talent. Candidates should have a strong track record in recruitment, knowledge of Malaysian HR laws, and proficiency in Mandarin is preferred. The position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule, competitive remuneration, and additional benefits such as annual leave and comprehensive medical coverage.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Attractive remuneration and commission

Annual performance bonus

Comprehensive medical coverage

Up to 18 days annual leave

Additional personal leaves

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Malaysian HR regulations and practices is highly regarded.
• 3+ years of experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist or Recruiter.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices and employment laws.
• Mandarin proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to understand their hiring needs.
• Utilize various sourcing techniques to attract candidates.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews.
• Coordinate the interview process, ensuring timely feedback.
• Facilitate hiring processes including offer negotiations.
• Maintain applicant tracking systems and databases.
• Collaborate on workforce planning and employer branding.
• Stay updated on industry trends to enhance recruitment.
• Communicate effectively with clients throughout hiring.

Skills

Proactive communication

Sourcing techniques

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist/Headhunter

FastLaneRecruit is a fast-growing recruitment and Employer of Record (EOR) service provider with presence in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, and Australia. We specialize in helping businesses build high-performing offshore teams by connecting them with top talent in Malaysia and beyond. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is transforming the way companies hire and manage talent in Asia.

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist/Headhunter to join our team and play a crucial role in assisting external clients with their hiring needs. The ideal candidate will be proactive in communication, leveraging diverse sourcing strategies to build strong talent pipelines and ensure a seamless hiring experience for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner closely with external clients to understand their hiring needs and develop targeted recruitment strategies.
• Utilize multiple sourcing techniques, including networking, social media, job boards, headhunting, and referrals, to attract both active and passive candidates.
• Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and assess candidate suitability based on role requirements and cultural fit.
• Coordinate and manage the entire interview process, ensuring timely communication and feedback for both candidates and clients.
• Facilitate the hiring process, including offer negotiations, preparing offer letters, and conducting necessary background checks on behalf of clients.
• Maintain and update applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment databases to ensure data accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership teams on workforce planning, employer branding, and talent retention strategies for clients.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and market conditions to enhance recruitment processes and attract top talent.
• Maintain proactive and effective communication with clients, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the hiring process.

Requirements

• Having knowledge of Malaysian HR regulations and practices is highly regarded.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of working experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, Headhunter, or Recruiter, with a strong track record of successfully sourcing and hiring candidates for external clients.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, sourcing techniques, candidate assessment methods, and employment laws.
• Excellent proactive communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with candidates and external clients.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple priorities, and meet recruitment deadlines.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other HR software is preferred.
• Mandarin proficiency is preferred as the role involves client-facing interactions, including those from Mandarin-speaking regions.

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Attractive remuneration and commission.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical coverage.
• Up to 18 days annual leave plus company holidays.
• Additional personal leaves (Study/Examination, Marriage, Paternity, etc.).
• Office locations near transport hubs.
• Enjoyable and vibrant workplace atmosphere.