Talent Acquisition Specialist
Solarvest Open · verified Oct 20, 2026 At a glance
Mid-level Recruiting & Talent Acquisition role at Solarvest. Petaling Jaya · contract.
Pay not stated Talent Acquisition Specialist salary
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What you'll do
- Run hiring from manager intake through sourcing, interviews, offers and onboarding handoff for technical and corporate vacancies
- Build candidate pipelines through LinkedIn, JobStreet, referrals and direct outreach, including before roles open
- Turn unclear hiring briefs into selection criteria and advise managers when their expectations need adjusting
- Keep candidates informed, track recruitment measures and improve the process, while coordinating specialist searches with agencies
What you bring
- At least four years in recruitment or talent acquisition, covering technical and non-technical hiring
- Strong sourcing ability across LinkedIn, JobStreet and direct contact, plus familiarity with Malaysian employment practices
- You can manage varied vacancies independently and communicate clearly with candidates, hiring managers and colleagues
Who this fits
This mid-level contractor role suits someone who enjoys finding the right match across engineering, finance, sales and corporate functions. You’ll work onsite in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.
From the employer
We’re not looking for a box-ticker. We want someone who’s genuinely curious about the people they’re hiring whether that’s a project engineer or a finance manager and who takes pride in finding the right fit, not just filling the seat. If you care about clean energy and want your work to mean something beyond the headcount, you’ll fit right in here.
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WHAT YOU’LL OWN
End-to-end recruitment across technical (engineering-focused) and corporate roles
Own the full hiring cycle from intake with the hiring manager, crafting the JD, sourcing and screening, coordinating interviews, to offer and onboarding handoff. Your portfolio will span engineering, finance, sales, and corporate functions.
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Proactive sourcing & pipeline building
Build diverse talent pipelines using LinkedIn, JobStreet, referrals, and direct outreach. Don’t wait for applicants — go find the right people before the role is even open.
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Partner closely with hiring managers
Translate vague role briefs into sharp hiring criteria. Push back when needed. You’re a strategic partner, not a CV forwarder.
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Candidate experience & employer branding
Every candidate interaction reflects on Solarvest. Timely comms, honest feedback, and a process that respects people’s time — non-negotiable. Contribute to how we show up as an employer in the clean energy space.
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Recruitment data & process improvement
Track metrics that matter — time-to-fill, source quality, offer acceptance rate. Flag what’s broken and propose fixes. We’re building a more scalable TA function and you’ll be part of that.
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Vendor & agency management
Manage relationships with external search firms for senior or specialist hires. Keep them accountable — quality over volume.
Requirements
Must-haves
- Minimum 4 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, covering both technical and non-technical roles
- Comfortable navigating a mixed requisition load — from corporate support functions to specialised industry roles
- Strong sourcing skills across LinkedIn, JobStreet, and direct outreach — not just posting and waiting
- Organised, self-driven, and accountable — you don’t need hand-holding to manage a requisition load
- Communicates clearly and directly — with candidates, hiring managers, and the team
- Familiarity with Malaysian employment practices and local hiring norms
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Bonus points
- Prior experience in or genuine interest in the renewable energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors
- Background in engineering, energy, or a technical field — helps you build credibility fast with hiring managers
- Experience working with or evaluating ATS/HRMS platforms
- Data-savvy — comfortable pulling reports, spotting trends, and translating numbers into actions
Benefits