Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

As our Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist for Experienced Hires, you will join our Asia Pacific Talent Acquisition team based in Hong Kong. You will be responsible for end-to-end recruitment, including developing go-to-market strategies, sourcing, screening, evaluating, and closing candidates. Additionally, you will be tasked with building strong relationships with hiring managers and business leaders across the Asia Pacific region.
 

The Opportunity

·       Manage the end-to-end full life cycle recruiting process for all roles across East Asia region. Manage talent sourcing activities including research, market intelligence and mapping, direct outreaches, networking and screening

·       Partner with the broader HR team, functions include HR Business Partners, Rewards, International Mobility, EDI, and Operations teams across Asia Pacific…etc. to understand talent needs and deliver recruiting strategies and solutions.

·       Establish strong relationships with wider People Team, business administrators and hiring managers, communicate status of tasks and work cross-functionally to collect information as well as share candidates with recruiting team members where a potential fit exists.

·       Manage the communication flow in a timely manner between hiring managers and candidates; Provide a high-touch experience to all candidates from application stage to offer.

·       Advise hiring managers on considerations such as level, compensation, and responsibilities, to help attract, retain and develop top talent.

·       Maintain the internal system to manage applicant flow for compliance and internal reporting (including requisitions and candidate profiles). Provide input on various recruiting and tracking reports, and collaborate with global teams to drive operational excellence in recruitment and interview experiences

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

 
·       Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.

·       Minimum of 7 years of recruitment experience acquired either in-house or in a search environment, with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing multiple recruitment projects in engineering consulting, construction or a related industry. Proficient in handling senior stakeholders.

·       Time management skills combined with the ability to organize and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. The ability to deliver results and meet deadlines is critical.

·       Proactively sources talent through effective employer branding, networking, and a strong market presence. Has a good understanding of proactive sourcing techniques like LinkedIn.

·       Data-driven mindset with attention to detail and the ability to analyze recruitment metrics and provide actionable insights.

·       Good team players locally and virtually. Open-minded and flexible in managing changes.

·       Complete fluency in English & Cantonese/ Mandarin with excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

·       Candidates with fewer years of experience will also be considered as Talent Acquisition Specialists.

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation,

socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross- cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Cindy Wong at cindy.wong@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.