Senior Human Resources Specialist (Talent Acquisition)

Job Overview

• The primary role of the incumbent is to manage the entire recruitment process, which includes identifying candidates through diverse sourcing channels, organizing interview and selection processes, participating in career fairs, and overseeing the administrative tasks related to the onboarding of new hires.
• The Talent Acquisition Specialist is expected to formulate long-term recruitment strategies, build trusting relationships with prospective candidates, and develop robust talent pipelines to meet both current and future staffing requirements of the company.
• Additionally, the TA Specialist may undertake supplementary responsibilities related to providing Human Resources support to employees and managers within a specific office or the HR team, focusing on areas such as Employee Relations, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Benefits, Policy Administration, and other related functions.
• This role operates under moderate supervision and leverages knowledge, experience, and judgment to achieve objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the recruitment lifecycle, including crafting job descriptions, sourcing, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews.
• Collaborate closely with the TA Team Head and hiring managers to define staffing requirements and selection criteria.
• Identify potential candidates through various online platforms, including social media and professional networks.
• Manage and update job advertisements on both internal and external recruitment portals.
• Organize interview and selection processes, which encompass screening calls, assessments, and face-to-face interviews.
• Evaluate candidate profiles, including resumes and contact information, while maintaining accurate and timely recruitment and headcount tracking reports.
• Work with stakeholders or hiring managers to create job descriptions and interview questions that accurately reflect the requirements of each position.
• Develop lasting relationships with former applicants and prospective candidates.
• Initiate the recruitment process for new or replacement positions within the designated timeframe.
• Support the TA Team Head with all tasks related to recruitment.
• Assist the HR Team in managing various HR-related issues, including governance and policies, training, exits/dismissals, HR report preparation, involvement in HR initiatives, and other ad hoc responsibilities assigned by the Head of HR/TA Team Head.

Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist or in a similar capacity for 2-5 years.
• Expertise in sourcing and screening local and expatriate IT talent.
• Familiarity with social media platforms, resume databases, and professional networking sites (e.g., LinkedIn, JobStreet).
• Practical experience with full-cycle recruiting, employing various interview techniques and assessment methods.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A solid understanding of the distinct roles within organizations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Educational Background:

Applicants must hold at least a Bachelor's degree, Postgraduate degree, Diploma, or Professional Diploma in Human Resources Management or possess equivalent relevant work experience.

Work Location: Bangsar South City