Talent Acquisition Manager (MY)

Bjak is focused on providing access to affordable and sustainable financial services for people in ASEAN. Headquartered in Malaysia, Bjak is the largest insurance portal in Southeast Asia. Our main portal, Bjak.com, helps millions find the insurance policy with the best value and highest coverage for them. Our investments in technology such as Custom API, blockchain, trading systems, and data science enable easy access to financial services that were previously inaccessible or difficult to understand. Our core strengths lie in navigating the most complex regulations and environments, creating some of the most innovative products in the world. For instance, we are the first platform globally to simplify and offer investment-linked life and health insurance online, coupled with an instant talk-to-agent service. 

Job Summary:

As a Talent Acquisition Manager at Bjak, you will be responsible for leading and managing the recruitment process to attract top talent that aligns with our company’s goals and culture. You will work closely with stakeholders across the organization to understand hiring needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment Strategy and Execution:

• Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract and hire top-tier talent.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing techniques, including job boards, social media, networking, and direct sourcing, to build a robust candidate pipeline.
• Ensure a smooth and efficient recruitment process from job posting to offer acceptance.

• Build strong relationships with candidates throughout the recruitment process to ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate and manage interview schedules, feedback collection, and offer negotiations.

• Partner with hiring managers and department heads to understand their hiring needs and priorities.
• Provide guidance and consultation on recruitment best practices, market trends, and talent availability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, to ensure alignment on recruitment strategies and processes.

• Enhance Bjak’s employer brand in the local market through networking events, industry partnerships, and employer branding initiatives.
• Develop and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
• Implement creative sourcing strategies to attract diverse talent and promote a culture of inclusivity.

• Utilize data-driven insights and metrics to evaluate recruitment effectiveness and optimize hiring strategies.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards to track key recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and candidate quality.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing end-to-end recruitment processes in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of the Malaysian job market, labor laws, and cultural norms.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment committed to diversity and equality.