Assistant Manager (Talent Acquisition)

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As a leading 5-star private institution in Malaysia, we are now expanding our team of fun, passionate, and dedicated talents, just like you! Whether you’re kickstarting your career after graduation or a seasoned veteran in the industry with invaluable experience to bring to the table, grab this opportunity and nurture your career with the best of the best from UNITAR!

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We are currently looking for a dynamic Assistant Manager (Talent Acquisition). Apply NOW, you might be the one we are looking for!

Responsibilities:

• Create and manage job postings across various platforms, ensuring accurate representation of role requirements.
• Source candidates through multiple channels (job boards, social media, internal databases, university partnerships).
• Oversee the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring all steps (documentation, orientation) are completed efficiently.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve recruitment strategies to attract top-tier talent in line with organizational goals.
• Participate in employer branding efforts to position Unitar Education Group as an employer of choice.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand specific hiring needs for academic and non-academic roles.
• Manage the recruitment process, ensuring the timely fulfillment of staffing needs.
• Use various sourcing channels (LinkedIn, job portals, networking events) to attract a diverse talent pool.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring managers and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and extend job offers, ensuring that the terms are in alignment with company policies.
• Negotiate terms and finalize employment agreements.
• Ensure that all required documentation and contracts are completed and filed properly.
• Facilitate a smooth onboarding process by coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure new hires are well-equipped to start their roles.
• Provide support to new hires during their initial integration period.
• Managing expatriates employment pass applications with the government agencies.
• Keep accurate records of all recruitment activities, ensuring data is updated accordingly.
• Ensure that all recruitment activities are in line with legal requirements, including employment laws and labor regulations.
• Implement recruitment best practices and maintain compliance with company policies.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional HR certifications (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) are an advantage.
2. 5+ years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably within the education or higher education sector.
3. Proven experience managing the recruitment process for both academic and non-academic roles.
4. Experience with part-time or adjunct faculty hiring is a plus.
5. Experience with expatriates hiring and managing MYXPATs applications is a plus.
6. Strong organizational and project management skills.
7. Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
8. Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision-making.
9. In-depth understanding of employment laws and HR best practices.
10. Familiarity with the education sector and its unique hiring requirements.
11. Detail-oriented and highly organized.
12. Ability to multitask and handle a high-volume recruitment workload.
13. Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.