Assistant Manager, Talent Acquisition

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager, Talent Acquisition to lead end-to-end recruitment for our Digital & Technology and Corporate Functions teams across Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia. You will build strategic talent pipelines using advanced sourcing and intelligence tools, drive candidate screening and assessment, advise hiring managers on selection strategies, and ensure a compliant, positive candidate experience. This role partners closely with People and Culture Business Partners and senior stakeholders to align recruitment plans with workforce needs and business priorities.

Key responsibilities:

• Use advanced search techniques, talent intelligence platforms and relevant job boards to proactively source high-calibre candidates for Digital & Technology and Group Functions roles across the region.
• Build and maintain robust, diverse talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Screening & selection: Lead candidate screening and assessment by reviewing CVs and conducting competency-based phone/video interviews.
• Coordinate and conduct interviews with hiring teams and provide structured feedback to stakeholders.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and senior hiring managers to align recruitment strategies with workforce planning and team objectives.
• Provide market insights, candidate availability, and selection recommendations to support hiring decisions.
• Prepare offers, negotiate terms, extend offers and brief candidates on employment terms to ensure a smooth acceptance and onboarding experience.
• Ensure consistent, timely communication with candidates to maintain a positive candidate experience.
• Oversee reference checks, background verification and documentation in line with internal hiring standards.
• Ensure recruitment practices comply with local employment laws and regulations (including Singapore) and support the company's diversity and inclusion objectives.
• Continuous improvement & reporting
• Track recruitment metrics, maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS, and deliver regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve sourcing channels, interview processes and candidate experience; implement best practices.

Requirements / About you

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive recruitment experience in a fastpaced, high-volume or specialist recruitment environment (in-house or agency), preferably recruiting for Digital/Technology and/or Corporate Functions roles.
• Proven experience sourcing passive candidates using advanced search methods, job boards and talent intelligence tools.
• Strong competency-based interviewing skills and experience assessing technical and behavioural fit.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills; able to influence hiring decisions and build credibility with senior stakeholders.
• Strong strategic thinking, organization and project management skills; able to manage multiple vacancies and priorities across markets.