Talent Acquisition Specialist (1 year contract)

Cognizant Malaysia

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Lead full-cycle hiring for IT and BPO, from intake to onboarding.
Recruit across ASEAN for high-volume BPO and specialist IT roles.
Own hiring strategy, track metrics and negotiate offers; make measurable impact!

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Kuala Lumpur, KL-Level 30, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

Full-Time

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Job Description

Manage full-cycle recruitment for both IT and BPO roles, from intake briefing with hiring managers through offer and onboarding handover.

Drive high-volume / bulk hiring campaigns for BPO roles (e.g., customer service, technical support, back-office operations) while maintaining candidate quality and speed-to-fill targets.

Source, screen, and manage pipelines for IT roles across software development, infrastructure, QA, data, AI and other technical disciplines.

Source candidates through multiple channels — job boards, LinkedIn, employee referrals, agency partners, campus/walk-in drives, and social media — and build proactive talent pipelines.

Support recruitment across ASEAN markets (e.g., Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia) as needed, coordinating with regional hiring managers and adapting sourcing strategy to local market conditions.

Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies and vendors where required, including negotiating terms, tracking SLAs, and ensuring quality submissions

Conduct structured interviews and competency-based screening to assess technical fit, cultural fit, and role suitability.

Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, set realistic hiring timelines, and advise on market talent availability and compensation benchmarks.

Manage the offer process, including salary negotiation, within approved budgets and internal equity guidelines.

Track and report recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, offer-acceptance rate, source effectiveness) and provide regular pipeline updates to stakeholders.

Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring journey, from first contact to onboarding.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and ensure compliance with local labor laws and company hiring policies.

Support employer branding initiatives, job fairs, and recruitment marketing efforts as needed.

Job Requirements

Company Benefits

Supporting diverse talent

Explore programs and initiatives designed to foster an inclusive future for all.

Career development

We are committed to facilitating career and skill development through internal job opportunities, providing resources and tools to explore new roles.

Cognizant Propel Program

This signature program for women at mid and senior levels globally accelerates diverse leadership and empowers women to excel in the digital age.

Additional Info

Company Activity

Last active - few days ago

Experience Level

0 - 10 Years of Experience

Job Specialisation

HR Operations (Payroll, Admin, Office Management)

HR Strategy / L&D / Performance Management

Talent Acquisition / Recruitment

Company Profile

Cognizant Malaysia

Cognizant helps companies modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they stay ahead in a fast-changing world. Cognizant engineers modern businesses. As one of the largest global professional services companies we help clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we’re improving everyday life. As...