Talent Acquisition Associate

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and engage with internal and external sourcing channels (e.g., job boards, academic partnerships, search firms, professional networks, employee referrals) to build a steady pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Post and promote job vacancies across relevant platforms.
• Build and maintain a talent pool for critical, niche, and high-turnover roles.
• Coordinate and monitor employee referral programs, including processing incentive payments for successful hires.
• Screen applicants based on predefined role qualifications through résumé reviews and interviews.
• Administer relevant assessments as required.
• Recommend shortlisted candidates to hiring managers and coordinate next-level interviews.
• Conduct reference checks and provide recommendations based on assessments and evaluations.
• Extend job offers for positions within delegated authority, ensuring alignment with internal guidelines.
• Manage internal talent movement and coordinate employee transfers to meet staffing needs.
• Work collaboratively with other Recruitment Specialists to streamline recruitment workflows and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the overall recruitment process and candidate experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Human Resources, Behavioral Science, or a related field.
• At least one (1) year of relevant experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or a related HR role is preferred.
• Fresh graduates with strong internship experience or relevant academic projects are encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with recruitment tools, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and sourcing platforms is an advantage.
• Basic understanding of the end-to-end recruitment process and relevant labor regulations is a plus.