Our APAC Talent Acquisition team is seeking an experienced Technology Recruiter based in Singapore. You will be responsible for proactively identifying, engaging, and cultivating exceptional external talent across our Technology organization in the region.
You will focus on market mapping, research, and direct outreach to attract outstanding candidates, partnering closely with the wider TA team and hiring managers. You will help shape and deliver a high‑touch, impactful hiring experience.
Principal Responsibilities
Own and execute proactive strategies to identify and engage top technology talent across APAC (with a focus on direct sourcing and outbound outreach).
Conduct market mapping and talent research to build and maintain pipelines of high‑calibre passive candidates for current and future hiring needs.
Leverage a broad range of sourcing channels and position the firm as an employer of choice in a highly competitive market.
Assess and qualify candidates for skills, experience, and culture fit, presenting concise shortlists of relevant, top‑tier talent.
Partner closely with Talent Acquisition colleagues and hiring managers to understand role requirements, define target profiles, and refine search strategies.
Provide regular updates and market intelligence on talent availability, compensation trends, and competitor activity, keeping a strong pulse on the regional landscape.
Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date candidate and pipeline information within the ATS.
Help drive efficiencies in the recruiting process through effective use of data, metrics, and AI tools.
Contribute to the refinement and continuous improvement of talent attraction processes, tools, and best practices across the Global Talent Acquisition team.
Qualifications / Skills Required
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of recruitment experience, ideally in a headhunting/search firm environment, with a focus on Technology / AI / Quant roles.
Proven track record engaging in‑demand, passive tech/quant/AI talent in a competitive market; exposure to hedge funds, proprietary trading, investment management, or leading tech firms is beneficial.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident and effective in outreach and stakeholder/candidate engagement across APAC.
Strong research capability, including market mapping, competitor analysis, and talent intelligence.
Strong relationship management skills; able to partner effectively with senior stakeholders across the organization.
Resilient self‑starter with a strong work ethic and high level of curiosity about markets, technology, and emerging talent pools.
Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple searches and pipelines simultaneously.
Able to prioritize effectively and remain agile in a fast‑moving, high‑pressure, and constantly evolving environment.
Comfortable working with data and leveraging AI tools to enhance sourcing, assessment, and decision‑making.