Talent Acquisition Specialist

About the Position

We are seeking an intermediate-level Technical Recruiter to become an integral part of our talent acquisition team based in Singapore. This position is ideal for a recruitment expert who possesses a strong background in both in-house talent acquisition and agency/RPO recruitment. The successful candidate will be adept at sourcing and securing IT/technical talent across various domains, including software development, infrastructure, QA, and data. This role also offers regional exposure, as you will assist with technical recruitment efforts across ASEAN markets in collaboration with senior team members. You will oversee a portfolio of technical job requisitions from start to finish, working closely with engineering hiring managers and a Talent Acquisition Lead, with the potential to advance into a more senior regional technical recruitment role in the future.

Key Responsibilities

. Oversee the complete recruitment process for a portfolio of IT/technical job requisitions, from initial intake discussions with engineering hiring managers to offer management and onboarding handoff.

. Identify, screen, and maintain candidate pipelines for technical positions across software development, infrastructure/DevOps, QA, data, and other engineering fields.

. Assist with recruitment initiatives across ASEAN markets as necessary, collaborating with regional hiring managers and senior recruiters on cross-border job requisitions.

. Source candidates through various avenues, including job portals (such as MyCareersFuture where applicable), LinkedIn, GitHub/technical community platforms, employee referrals, agency partners, and tech meetups/events.

. Work with external recruitment agencies and vendors as required, monitoring submissions and response times against established service level agreements.

. Conduct structured, competency-based interviews and screenings focused exclusively on the skills, qualifications, and experience pertinent to the role.

. Collaborate with hiring managers to clarify position requirements and timelines while providing insights on talent market availability.

. Support the offer process by preparing recommendations that align with approved budgets and internal equity guidelines.

. Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and current candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and monitor recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, pipeline conversion, source effectiveness).

. Ensure all candidates experience a fair, respectful, and positive journey throughout the hiring process, from initial contact to onboarding.

. Assist with employer branding initiatives and recruitment events as necessary.

Required Qualifications & Experience

. A minimum of 4 years of recruitment experience, encompassing both in-house (corporate/internal TA) and agency/RPO recruitment, with substantial experience in filling IT/technical roles.

. Proven track record in recruiting for IT/technical positions (e.g., software engineers, DevOps/infrastructure engineers, QA engineers, data engineers/analysts).

. A solid understanding of common technical role requirements and terminology, enabling effective candidate screening and credible engagement with engineering hiring managers.

. Experience in supporting or coordinating scaled technical hiring initiatives with multiple concurrent requisitions.

. Familiarity with sourcing channels such as job portals, LinkedIn Recruiter, and employee referral programs.

. Experience with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and basic recruitment reporting.

. Good knowledge of Singapore employment practices, including fair hiring principles as outlined in the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP).

. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the capability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

. A recognized qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred; candidates with equivalent relevant experience are also encouraged to apply.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

. Prior experience in cross-border or regional technical recruitment coordination within ASEAN.

. Familiarity with recruiting for specialized or emerging technical skill sets (e.g., cloud, data engineering, cybersecurity, AI/ML).

. General understanding of Singapore's Fair Consideration Framework (FCF) and the job posting requirements on MyCareersFuture.