Head of Talent Acquisition, APAC

We are partnering exclusively with a valued client on a confidential search for a Head of Talent Acquisition. This is a senior leadership opportunity to lead the recruitment function, driving the attraction, engagement, and hiring of exceptional talent across multiple regions and business lines.

As a key member of the HR Leadership Team, you will partner closely with senior executives to develop and execute a talent acquisition strategy that supports ambitious growth objectives, strengthens the employer brand, and delivers an outstanding candidate experience.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute a global talent acquisition strategy aligned with business objectives and workforce planning priorities.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing recruitment team across multiple geographies.
• Partner with business leaders to anticipate talent needs and develop proactive hiring strategies.
• Drive executive, experienced-hire, and campus recruitment initiatives.
• Enhance the employer brand and employee value proposition to attract top-tier talent.
• Leverage data, analytics, and market intelligence to improve hiring outcomes and support informed decision-making.
• Optimize recruitment processes, technology platforms, and sourcing strategies to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, search firms, universities, and industry networks.

What We Are Looking For

• 15+ years of talent acquisition experience, including significant leadership responsibility within a complex, global organization.
• Proven success leading recruitment teams within professional services, consulting, legal, financial services, or other knowledge-based industries.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to partner effectively with senior executives and business leaders.
• Experience managing both high-volume and specialist hiring across multiple markets.
• Deep understanding of talent market trends, workforce planning, talent attraction, and employer branding.
• Data-driven mindset, with experience using recruitment metrics and analytics to drive performance and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and change management capabilities.
• Fluency in both Cantonese and English is essential.

Why Consider This Opportunity

This is an opportunity to shape and lead a critical talent acquisition function within a highly respected organization, partnering with senior leadership to drive strategic growth and build a world-class talent agenda across the region and beyond.