As a key member of the HR Department, the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist reports to the HR Manager or equivalent senior representative. This role takes on a leadership capacity within the talent acquisition function, overseeing the full-cycle recruitment process and guiding the recruitment team. Responsibilities include developing and executing strategic recruitment initiatives, building relationships with senior stakeholders, and managing high-priority talent needs. The role aims to strengthen talent pipelines for both immediate and future hiring requirements, with a focus on innovation, diversity, and aligning talent strategies with business objectives.
Responsibilities:
To collaborate with senior management and department heads to assess staffing needs and develop long-term recruitment strategies.
To manage and mentor a team of Talent Acquisition professionals, providing guidance and support in daily recruitment activities.
To set and manage KPIs and targets for the recruitment team, while achieving personal performance goals.
To develop and implement advanced sourcing strategies using professional networks, industry platforms, and employer branding initiatives.
To manage and execute senior-level hiring, ensuring alignment with business needs and stakeholder expectations.
To conduct in-depth screenings, interviews, and assessments to evaluate senior candidates' skills and cultural fit.
To build and maintain strong relationships with external recruitment agencies, vendors, and educational institutions.
To represent the company at job fairs, career events, and campus recruitment activities to promote the employer brand.
To continuously evaluate and improve recruitment processes to ensure efficiency and alignment with industry trends.
To provide regular recruitment updates to senior management and ensure alignment with business objectives.
To ensure compliance with local labour laws and company policies in all recruitment activities.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resource Management, or equivalent from a recognized university.
At least 5-7 years of experience in talent acquisition, with a focus on senior-level recruitment and team leadership.
Experience in managing and mentoring recruitment teams.
Ability to develop and implement long-term recruitment strategies.
Strong understanding of Singapore’s labour laws and regional recruitment trends.
Excellent communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills, with experience interacting with senior stakeholders.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data for recruitment decisions.
Commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring an inclusive recruitment process.
