Regional Recruiter, Disney Cruise Line (Singapore)

Disney Parks and Resorts; Singapore; Remote; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in Singapore is seeking a passionate Regional Recruiter to lead recruitment for shipboard roles. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of high-volume recruitment experience, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the Southeast Asian labor markets. This role is crucial in building a talented team and developing innovative recruitment strategies, contributing to the company's significant growth in the cruise industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in high-volume recruitment, preferably in hospitality or staffing.
• Strong understanding of the Southeast Asian labor markets.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for shipboard roles.
• Provide recruitment support across multiple areas including Hotel, HR, and Entertainment.
• Collaborate with global recruitment team on hiring strategies.

Skills

High-volume recruitment

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural insight

Tools

Recruitment platforms

Applicant tracking systems

Job description

Job Summary

This role is based in our Singapore office. Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognised by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration result in an inclusive employee experience characterised by continuous learning, development and achievement.

About Disney Cruise Line

Since launching in 1998, Disney Cruise Line has established itself as a leader in the cruise industry, providing a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all Disney has to offer. Today, the award‑winning Disney Cruise Line continues to expand its blueprint for family cruising with a fleet of six ships – the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Wish and Disney Treasure – and seven more ships on the way, including the expanded relationship with Oriental Land Company Ltd. to bring Disney cruise vacations to Japan, by 2031. The Disney Cruise Line fleet sails to destinations in the Bahamas, the Caribbean, Europe, Alaska, Mexico, Canada, Hawaii, the South Pacific, and Australia and New Zealand. The Disney Adventure, setting sail in 2025, will be the first to home port in Singapore.

About the Role

Disney Cruise Line (DCL) is seeking a dynamic and passionate Regional Recruiter based in Singapore. This role is pivotal in identifying, engaging and hiring exceptional talent across the region for the shipboard team. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, cultural insight and a deep commitment to excellence in sourcing candidates who embody the Disney brand and values. The Regional Recruiter will work with a highly collaborative team of recruiters based in Celebration, Florida, London, England and The Bahamas. This unique role will help share the future of our crew experience, support high‑volume hiring needs and contribute to the success of the most ambitious growth in DCL history. As a regional subject matter expert in Talent Acquisition, this role will be responsible for defining and developing innovative recruitment strategies that captivate and engage candidates within the region. Identify opportunities to collaborate closely with the DCL Talent Acquisition team and provide education on regional best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead full‑cycle recruitment for shipboard roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing and selecting crew for onboard positions.
• Provide comprehensive recruitment support across multiple business areas, including Hotel, HR, Entertainment and Marine & Technical Operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local recruitment partners, agencies and hospitality schools.
• Collaborate with the global DCL Recruitment team to align hiring strategies, timelines and candidate pipelines.
• Develop and execute regional recruitment campaigns tailored to local markets and cultural experiences.
• Conduct interviews for high‑volume applicants both virtually and in person, ensuring consistent and inclusive candidate experience.
• Represent DCL at regional job fairs, recruitment events and university visits.
• Utilize recruitment systems and tools to manage candidate data, including tracking progress and candidate reporting.
• Ability to work independently while building strong relationships in a remote setting.
• Travel regionally and internationally as needed to support recruitment efforts.
• Continuously develop business knowledge of the maritime and hospitality industries and share insights with the broader team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in high‑volume recruitment, preferably in the hospitality, cruise or international staffing.
• Strong understanding of the Southeast Asian labor markets and cultural nuances.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust across diverse teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, global environment.

Preferred Attributes

• Proficiency in recruitment platforms and applicant tracking systems.
• Passion for Disney's storytelling and guest experience.
• Fluency in English and one or more Southeast Asia languages.
• Experience working with international teams.
• Familiarity with maritime recruitment or cruise industry operations.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

About Disney Experiences

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top‑rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award‑winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world‑class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia), which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.