Assistant Talent Acquisition Manager

Watsons Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
MYR 30,000 - 60,000
Job description

Position Overview

The Assistant Talent Acquisition Manager will support the development and execution of recruitment strategies to attract top talent across multiple areas including permanent office roles, internships, and higher education partnerships. The role is responsible for managing day-to-day recruiting activities, maintaining an effective eRecruitment system, and collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure a seamless talent acquisition process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Recruitment & Sourcing:
  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for office roles, ensuring timely and quality candidate placements.
  • Lead recruitment efforts for internships, coordinating with hiring managers to identify emerging talent.
  • Develop and implement strategies to engage with higher education institutions, fostering long-term partnerships for campus recruitment.
  • eRecruitment System Management:
  • Oversee the maintenance and optimization of the eRecruitment system to ensure an efficient and user-friendly experience for both candidates and internal users.
  • Generate regular reports on recruitment metrics and system performance, recommending improvements as needed.
  • Collaboration & Partnership:
  • Collaborate with hiring managers to understand current and future talent needs.
  • Build relationships with universities, colleges, and other educational institutions to create internship and entry-level talent pipelines.
  • Coordinate and participate in career fairs, campus visits, and networking events to promote the employer brand.
  • Candidate Experience:
  • Ensure a positive candidate experience through proactive communication, interview scheduling, and timely feedback.
  • Maintain a talent pool database for future recruitment needs.
  • Process Improvement:
  • Identify areas for process improvement in the recruitment cycle and implement best practices.
  • Stay current with recruitment trends, tools, and technologies to drive continuous improvement.
  • Compliance & Administration:
  • Ensure all recruitment processes comply with company policies and legal regulations.
  • Assist in managing recruitment budgets and resource allocation.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Possess a Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in any field.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar capacity.
  • Self-driven and results-oriented with a proven track record of meeting performance targets.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Highly professional with the ability to interact effectively across all organizational levels.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and planning capabilities.
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