APAC Talent Acquisition Lead

Michael Page; Manila; On-site; PHP 4,923,076 - 7,384,615; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Long-term career progression

Exposure to senior APAC leadership

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an APAC Talent Acquisition Lead in Manila to lead a team and support hiring needs across APAC. This role includes shaping hiring strategies, advising business leaders, and ensuring high-quality recruitment outcomes. The ideal candidate has extensive experience leading Talent Acquisition efforts in multiple APAC markets, alongside strong analytical and people leadership skills. This opportunity offers competitive benefits and long-term career growth within a respected global organization.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading in-house Talent Acquisition teams across multiple APAC markets.
• Demonstrated success delivering high-volume or complex hiring across diverse functions.
• Experience partnering with senior stakeholders at a strategic level.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing a Manila-based Talent Acquisition team for APAC.
• Owning recruitment delivery outcomes across assigned APAC markets.
• Shaping mid-term hiring strategies in partnership with senior HR and business stakeholders.

Skills

Mandarin language capability

Experience leading in-house Talent Acquisition teams

People leadership capability

Strong understanding of APAC talent markets

Analytical capability using data

Driving inclusive hiring practices

Job description

• Opportunity to have regional impact from a strategic hub
• Opportunity to join a values‑led organization focused on long‑term people growth

About Our Client

The company is an established, global organization with a strong footprint across Asia Pacific. The business is recognized for its portfolio of well‑known brands, strong values‑driven culture, and continued investment in people capability across emerging and mature markets.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing a Manila‑based Talent Acquisition team supporting APAC hiring needs
• Owning recruitment delivery outcomes across assigned APAC markets, ensuring consistent, high‑quality hiring at scale
• Shaping mid‑term (12-24 month) hiring strategies in partnership with senior HR and business stakeholders
• Anticipating workforce demand and aligning sourcing strategies and team capacity accordingly
• Acting as a senior advisor to business leaders on talent availability, hiring trends, and workforce planning
• Ensuring strong candidate experience and execution of global employer brand initiatives across local markets
• Maintaining compliance with recruitment governance and local employment legislation across multiple countries
• Driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and data‑led decision‑making within Talent Acquisition

The Successful Applicant

The Successful Candidate A Successful APAC Talent Acquisition Lead should have:

• Mandarin language capability (highly preferred) given the scope of markets supported across the APAC region
• Extensive experience leading in‑house Talent Acquisition teams across multiple APAC markets
• Strong people leadership capability, including developing future leaders within recruitment teams
• Demonstrated success delivering high‑volume or complex hiring across diverse functions
• Experience partnering with senior stakeholders (HR Directors, functional leaders) at a strategic level
• Strong understanding of APAC talent markets, hiring challenges, and regional nuances
• Proven experience driving inclusive hiring practices and improving diversity outcomes
• Strong analytical capability, using data and insights to optimize delivery and performance
• Solid knowledge of recruitment governance, compliance, and employment legislation across the region
• Experience working within a global or matrixed organizational structure

What's on Offer

This is a rare opportunity to take on a regional leadership role with significant visibility and impact, operating within a well‑established global organization. The role offers:

• Exposure to senior APAC leadership and strategic workforce planning
• A stable, well‑supported Talent Acquisition function with opportunity to influence regional strategy
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Long‑term career progression within a global organization