
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
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The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a critical role in identifying and securing top talent across multiple roles within the company. This role requires a strategic approach to hiring, ensuring the organisation builds a diverse and high-performing workforce.
Key Responsibilities:
Talent Acquisition Strategy & Planning
- Contribute to the overall hiring strategy to attract and retain a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to assess staffing needs across departments on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Assist hiring managers in crafting accurate job descriptions and interview questions tailored to each role.
- Define selection criteria for candidates in consultation with the department head.
Recruitment & Selection Process
- Source candidates through multiple channels, including job boards, company career pages, social media, LinkedIn, and professional networks.
- Manage and operate the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) while maintaining strict confidentiality of candidate data.
- Screen resumes, CVs, portfolios, and references to shortlist the most suitable talent.
- Coordinate and conduct interviews, assessments, and selection procedures.
- Maintain detailed records of recruitment materials, including interview feedback and related documentation.
- Conduct reference checks and submit reports to hiring managers and senior leadership before the offer stage.
- Propose competitive salary packages based on market analysis and company budget.
- Issue offer letters and ensure new hires are onboarded within the agreed Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Onboarding & Employer Branding
- Facilitate onboarding programs to ensure a seamless transition for new employees.
- Generate weekly/monthly reports on key recruitment metrics to evaluate hiring effectiveness.
- Represent the company at career fairs and recruitment events to enhance employer branding and build a strong candidate pipelines.
- Participate in departmental and company-wide employer branding and relationship-building activities.
Requirements:
- Open to Malaysian Citizens and Permanent Residents only.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.HR Certification (e.g., from the HR Certification Institute) is an added advantage.
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, preferably in the FMCG or Retail industry.
- Proficiency in Mandarin is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of candidate selection methodologies and full-cycle recruiting.
- Hands-on experience with ATS and LinkedIn recruitment tools.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to deliver engaging and impactful presentations.
- Strong documentation skills and ability to stay updated with industry trends.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask.
- Creative problem-solver with a proactive approach.
- Possess own transportation and willing to travel as required.