Manager-Talent Acquisition

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Passionate about making an impact through talent acquisition?

Join us as Manager - Talent Acquisition, where you’ll lead recruitment strategies, drive meaningful onboarding experiences, and champion Changing Lives Together (CLT) initiative to create a positive difference!

What you’ll do:

1. Recruitment

1. Oversee end-to-end recruitment for Head Office positions and Operations Management roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
2. Support recruitment strategy and overall manpower plan and ensure quality pipeline of candidates.
3. Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates through various channels such as job boards, social media, referrals, and partnerships with institutions.
4. Partner with HR Business Partner to support regional recruitment needs.
5. Conduct active and passive candidates searches via multiple sources including cold-calling, Nando’s career page, job portals, and employee referrals program.
6. Sourcing, screening, interviewing and evaluating applicants, managing and facilitating the interview process.
7. Draft job descriptions and post on the relevant sourcing channels.
8. Support talent planning and talent review process across Head Office and Restaurant.
9. Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, job requirements, and team dynamics.
10. Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

2. Onboarding

1. Manage and coordinate onboarding processes for Head Office and Operations Management hires.
2. Facilitate orientation sessions and ensure new employees have the tools, resources, and knowledge needed for a smooth transition into their roles.
3. Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to continuously improve onboarding workflows and engagement.

3. Reporting & Tracking

1. Maintain accurate recruitment and onboarding records, ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.
2. Prepare regular reports on hiring metrics, including time-to-hire, quality of hire, and diversity metrics.
3. Track and analyze recruitment data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.

4. Changing Lives Together Hiring Initiative (XO Hiring & Management)

1. Lead the implementation of hiring programs for individuals with disabilities (XO) to support inclusivity and diversity goals.
2. Build relationships with external organizations, government agencies, and NGOs to drive XO hiring efforts.
3. Ensure that hired XO employees receive adequate support, training, and resources for success in their roles.
4. Track progress and provide regular updates on CLT hiring initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
2. 5-8 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with a proven track record of managing end-to-end recruitment processes and teams.
3. Strong expertise in recruitment strategies, tools, and platforms, with knowledge of employer branding and talent market trends.
4. Experience in developing and executing recruitment strategies, preferably in corporate, operations, or fast-paced industries like retail or hospitality.
5. Familiarity with diversity hiring practices, including XO hiring, and a passion for promoting equity and inclusion.
6. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels.
7. Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovation and adaptability.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR software for data management and reporting.
9. Experience in the food and beverage industry is an advantage.
10. A collaborative, proactive leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

We’re looking for a result-driven professional with a passion for talent acquisition. If you’re ready to make an impact, apply now!

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• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Talent Acquisition Manager?
• How many years of recruitment experience do you have?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

At Nando’s, it is not just about the chicken. It’s about the people who make the chicken. We are all a part of a big and Fired Up! global family that works hard and plays hard. We like to keep things fun and informal, while fantastic opportunities keep us learning, growing, experiencing and sometimes even partying!

Our brand aims to deliver an all-rounded dining experience that is uniquely Nando’s by holding onto these 5 values: Pride, Passion, Integrity, Family, and Courage. So if you have a strong sense of pride, integrity, passion, drive and love for PERi-PERi chicken, we’ve been looking for you to be part of this hot opportunity to grow with us together and deliver a great Nando’s experience as we expand to the rest of Malaysia.

Perks and benefits include Sabbatical Leave (For Full-Time only), Outpatient & Inpatient, Flexi Working Hours, Nando's Meal Card (Restaurant Management team & HQ), Multiple Leaves, Staff Discount, and Career Development.