SGS

Talent Acquisition Specialist

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Shah Alam, Petaling, Selangor, MYS

In-Office

Mid level

Information Technology • Professional Services • Security • Consulting

The Role

Manage end-to-end recruitment for multiple business units in the Testing, Inspection and Certification industry. Source, screen, interview, and present candidates; build talent pipelines; manage agencies; maintain ATS records; partner with hiring managers and HRBPs; provide market insights and ensure compliance with company and HSE procedures.

Summary Generated by Built In

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Support recruitment for Testing, Inspection, Certification (TIC) industry across diverse business units including Industrial & Environmental, Natural Resources, Connectivity & Products, Health & Nutrition, Business Assurance, and Support Functions.
Manage end-to-end recruitment activities for assigned business units, from sourcing to offer management.
Partner closely with Hiring Managers and HR Business Partners to understand hiring requirements and develop effective recruitment strategies.
Source and attract quality candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, networking, employee referrals, and direct sourcing techniques.
Conduct candidate screening and interviews to assess suitability and present quality shortlists to Hiring Managers.
Build and maintain talent pipelines for niche and critical positions through proactive market mapping and candidate engagement.
Manage recruitment agencies and external partners to ensure timely and quality hiring outcomes.
Provide regular recruitment updates, market insights, and hiring recommendations to stakeholders.
Maintain recruitment data, reports, and candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Ensure compliance with company policies, recruitment procedures, and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) requirements.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Reporting Manager.

Qualifications

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related discipline.
Minimum 3 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or end-to-end recruitment within a corporate or agency environment.
Proven experience recruiting for technical, engineering, laboratory, industrial, electronics, semiconductor, oil & gas, or B2B commercial roles will be an added advantage.
Strong sourcing capability using LinkedIn, job portals, networking, employee referrals, and direct search techniques.
Experience managing multiple vacancies while partnering closely with Hiring Managers and stakeholders.
Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); experience with SmartRecruiters is an added advantage.
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Willing to travel occasionally within Malaysia when required.

Skills Required

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related discipline
Minimum 3 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or end-to-end recruitment
Proven experience recruiting for technical, engineering, laboratory, industrial, electronics, semiconductor, oil & gas, or B2B commercial roles
Strong sourcing capability using LinkedIn, job portals, networking, employee referrals, and direct search techniques
Experience managing multiple vacancies while partnering closely with Hiring Managers and stakeholders
Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Experience with SmartRecruiters
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills
Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel occasionally within Malaysia

SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.

Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.