Talent Management Senior Executive

Kao (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent management firm in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Executive in Talent Management to strengthen its people strategy through recruitment, employee engagement, and branding initiatives. The role requires managing recruitment processes, enhancing the employer brand, and supporting talent development in alignment with core values. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of related experience. This position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.

Benefits

Purpose-driven, people-first culture

Opportunities for growth and innovation

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in talent acquisition, management, or employer branding.
• Ability to work independently with strong ownership.
• Experience in content creation or employer branding campaigns is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Plan and execute employee engagement programs.
• Enhance employer brand through strategic storytelling.
• Assist in coordinating learning and development programs.
• Maintain recruitment records and support HR operations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Creative and proactive

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Senior Executive, Talent Management

Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Company: Kao Malaysia Sdn Bhd

Job Summary

The Senior Executive, Talent Management plays a key role in strengthening Kao Malaysia’s people strategy through effective recruitment, employee engagement, and employer branding initiatives. This role partners closely with business leaders to attract, develop, and retain top talent while ensuring alignment with The Kao Way as core value and Kao’s global mission.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for designated functions, including job posting, screening, interviewing, and selection.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand manpower needs and provide insights on hiring strategies and market trends.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines through proactive sourcing, networking, and university partnerships.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience from application to onboarding.

2. Employee Engagement & Culture Development

• Plan, execute, and evaluate employee engagement programs, recognition initiatives, and cultural activities that strengthen One Kao Team.
• Support HR communication, internal campaigns, and events such as Kirei Month, orientation programs, and companywide activities.
• Gather feedback, analyse engagement data, and propose continuous improvements for workplace experience.

3. Employer Branding & Talent Marketing

• Enhance Kao Malaysia’s employer brand through strategic storytelling, content creation, and digital presence (LinkedIn, career platforms, university engagements).
• Organize career fairs, campus activities, internship branding, and outreach programs.
• Collaborate with Marketing/Corp Comms to ensure consistent employer branding messaging across channels.

4. Talent Development Support

• Assist in coordinating learning & development programs, competency frameworks, and talent initiatives.
• Support talent reviews, succession planning exercises, and leadership development projects.

5. HR Operations & Projects

• Maintain recruitment records, trackers, and related HR reports.
• Support HCD projects involving digitalization, policy enhancement, and HR process improvement.
• Ensure all practices comply with internal policies, governance, and local employment regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in talent acquisition, talent management, or employer branding.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Creative, proactive, and able to work independently with strong ownership.
• Experience in content creation, social media, or employer branding campaigns is an added advantage.
• Passion for people, culture, and building meaningful employee experiences.

Why Join Kao Malaysia?

• Purpose-driven, people-first culture aligned with The Kao Way as core values.
• Opportunity to drive real impact across recruitment, engagement, and talent development.
• Exposure to regional/global talent initiatives under corporate goals.
• Dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.