Talent Acquisition Specialist

COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Singapore is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead its technology hiring initiatives and drive campus recruitment efforts. This role involves sourcing, attracting, and hiring top technical talent while building strong relationships with universities to ensure a pipeline of early-career candidates. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in technology recruitment and strong interpersonal skills, alongside a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technology recruitment, in-house or agency, and campus hiring.
• Solid understanding of technology roles like software development and cybersecurity.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for technology roles.
• Develop and execute campus hiring strategies.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand technical requirements.

Skills

Sourcing skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Recruitment software

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead our technology hiring initiatives and drive campus recruitment efforts. This role is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring top technical talent while building strong relationships with universities and colleges to ensure a robust pipeline of early-career candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for technology roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Develop and execute campus hiring strategies, including organising career fairs, on-campus events, and internship programmes.
• Build partnerships with educational institutions to attract high-potential graduates and interns.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and deliver best-fit candidates.
• Utilise digital platforms and innovative sourcing techniques to identify and engage passive candidates.
• Maintain accurate recruitment data and provide regular hiring reports.
• Promote employer branding through campus engagement and digital campaigns.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in technology recruitment, either in-house or within an agency environment and campus hiring.
• Solid understanding of various technology roles (e.g., software development, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, data science) and associated skill sets.
• Strong sourcing skills, including use of LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and other talent acquisition tools.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment practices.
• Proficient in recruitment software and social media platforms.