Talent Acquistion & Employer Brand Executive

HOYA Electronics; Kulim; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Kulim, Malaysia, is seeking an HR Executive to manage recruitment and employer branding initiatives. This role involves overseeing the hiring process, building strong partnerships with universities, and creating effective recruitment strategies. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Human Resources and experience in recruitment within the semiconductor or manufacturing field. The company offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Abundant opportunities for skill-building

Fair and competitive rewards

Inclusive workplace environment

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of in-house or agency recruitment experience, preferably in semiconductor or manufacturing.
• Experience with campus recruitment or employer branding initiatives is an advantage.
• Ability to use recruitment dashboards and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for Malaysia, including job postings and interviews.
• Partner with hiring managers to provide recruitment advisory.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to improve outcomes.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Relationship-building skills

Creative mindset

Strong communication

Proficiency in applicant tracking systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Recruitment tools and job boards

Job description

HOYA Electronics’ primary focus is on the development of optical and extreme ultraviolet (EUV) photomask blanks, which are critical components in the manufacturing process of the latest-generation chips used in various applications such as artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, and 5G. The company also manufactures a range of photomask blanks used in the production of chips for various applications such as memory, logic, and power devices.

Life at HOYA Electronics

HOYA strives to create innovations for a better future for people.

At HOYA Electronics, we are dedicated to innovation in the information technology segment, envisioning a world where all can thrive in harmony with nature. Our people are guided by our mission along with principles of commitment and innovation, influence every decision and action we take. We prioritize environmental protection, safety, and human rights, fostering diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being.

Be Empowered to Innovate and Develop for a Better Tomorrow with Us

• Experience an empowering and inclusive workplace that fuels your growth and development.
• Unlock your potential with abundant opportunities for skill-building and career advancement.
• Thrive in an environment that supports work-life balance and values your well-being.
• Receive fair and competitive rewards – your success is our success.
• We believe in recognizing excellence and celebrating your contributions.

Get to Know the Role

We are looking for a HR Executive to lead recruitment and employer branding efforts in Malaysia. You will own end-to-end hiring processes across all levels, ensuring a seamless candidate and hiring manager experience. You’ll also drive partnerships with universities and student groups. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for recruitment, strong relationship-building skills, and a creative mindset to bring employer branding to life.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for Malaysia, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offers.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and provide recruitment advisory.
• Ensure positive candidate and hiring manager experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Build strong pipelines for critical and high-volume roles through proactive sourcing and engagement.
• Design and deliver training sessions for hiring managers on effective interviewing techniques, unconscious bias and candidate evaluation.
• Create toolkits and resources to support consistent and structured interviews.
• Identify opportunities to streamline recruitment processes and enhance efficiency.
• Drive university and campus engagement programs, including internships and work-study partnerships.
• Lead external employer branding activities such as career fairs, campus roadshows, job postings, and social media campaigns.
• Support internal employer branding by capturing employee stories, promoting culture initiatives, and amplifying them across internal and external channels.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, source effectiveness, pipeline quality) to improve efficiency and outcomes.
• Ensure all recruitment and branding activities comply with Malaysian labor laws and HOYA standards.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain recruitment trackers, internship masterlists, and documentation for Malaysia.
• Assist with creation of localized recruitment marketing materials, internal communication campaigns, and EB assets.
• Contribute Malaysia-specific insights to global TA & EB discussions and initiatives

Skills and Competencies Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 1–3 years of in-house or agency recruitment experience, preferably in semiconductor or manufacturing
• Proficiency in recruitment tools, applicant tracking systems, and job boards.
• Experience with campus recruitment or employer branding initiatives is an advantage.
• Ability to use recruitment dashboards and reporting tools to monitor progress
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with candidates, hiring managers, and university partners.
• Proactive, creative, and able to propose ideas to enhance employer branding and candidate experience.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple roles and events simultaneously.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

Travel Requirement

• Occasional travel within Malaysia for university visits, career fairs, and employer branding event