Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job description:

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced TA Specialist to join our talent acquisition team in the Philippines. This role is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process for local hiring in the Philippines as well as global recruitment across the U.S., Middle East, and other international markets.

The ideal candidate is a proactive sourcer, a skilled negotiator, and a strategic partner to hiring managers across multiple geographies. You will play a critical role in building talent pipelines, delivering exceptional candidate experiences, and driving hiring success for our growing global organization.

This role requires strong cross-cultural communication skills, the ability to navigate different time zones, and a deep understanding of recruitment best practices across diverse markets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Full-Cycle Recruitment (Philippines & Global)

● Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for positions across the Philippines, U.S., Middle East, and other global markets

● Partner with hiring managers to understand job requirements, define candidate profiles, and develop tailored sourcing strategies

● Source candidates through multiple channels including job boards, professional networks, employee referrals, and direct outreach

● Screen applications, conduct initial interviews (phone/video), and assess candidates against role requirements and organizational culture

● Coordinate interviews across time zones, supporting hiring managers with interview scheduling and debrief facilitation

● Prepare and extend job offers, negotiate terms, and manage the offer acceptance process

● Ensure a seamless transition from offer acceptance to onboarding

2. Global Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development

● Proactively identify and engage talent across multiple regions (U.S., Middle East, Philippines, and other markets)

● Build and maintain robust talent pipelines for critical and recurring roles

● Stay ahead of market trends, salary benchmarks, and hiring regulations in key regions to advise hiring teams

● Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill positions

3. Stakeholder Management & Strategic Partnership

● Serve as a strategic recruitment partner to hiring managers across different geographies

● Provide guidance on hiring timelines, market conditions, and compensation competitiveness

● Manage expectations and provide regular updates on recruitment progress

● Train and support hiring managers on recruiting processes, interview techniques, and best practices

4. Candidate Experience & Employer Branding

● Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience at every touchpoint

● Promote the company's employer brand through creative outreach, social media engagement, and networking

● Represent the company at recruiting events and industry forums as needed

5. Data, Reporting & Compliance

● Track and analyze key recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, source of hire, offer acceptance rate)

● Ensure compliance with local labor laws, data privacy regulations, and company policies

● Generate recruitment reports and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making

Qualifications

● Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field

● 3+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or recruitment

● Proven experience in full-cycle recruitment across multiple roles and levels

● Experience in global or cross-border recruitment (U.S., Middle East, or other international markets) is highly preferred

● Experience in high-volume hiring or niche/specialized recruitment is a plus

● Prior experience in retail, e-commerce, home furnishings, or BPO industries is an advantage

● Strong sourcing skills with expertise in advanced search techniques, job boards, and social media sourcing

● Cross-cultural communication – ability to work effectively with stakeholders and candidates from diverse cultural backgrounds

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pasig: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Do have US recruitment experience

Experience:

• Recruiting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person