Senior Manager - Tech Talent Acquisition and Management (China Based)

• Strategic Tech Talent Acquisition

• Develop and execute a forward-looking talent acquisition strategy aligned with CP Axtra Tech Hub’s mission

• Anticipate future talent needs in specialized, cutting-edge domains (e.g., AI, data science, cloud engineering, cybersecurity, retail tech solutions) and build a robust pipeline.

• Position the Tech Hub as a strategic talent magnet across China and the broader region.

• Acquisition & Employer Branding Team Management

• Lead and mentor a team of recruiters and sourcers, setting performance standards and fostering a culture of excellence.

• Provide coaching, career development, and continuous upskilling to ensure the team can meet highly specialized hiring needs.

• Acquisition Process & Operations

• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring operational efficiency and an outstanding candidate experience.

• Introduce and leverage digital tools (e.g., AI-driven sourcing, advanced ATS, digital assessment centers) tailored for niche technical hiring.

• Employer Branding

• Promote CP Axtra Tech Hub as an employer of choice for world-class technologists in China and beyond.

• Represent the company at top-tier recruitment events, university partnerships, and tech forums, while showcasing the hub’s innovation-driven culture.

• Data & Metrics

• Apply data-driven insights to track and optimize recruitment performance (e.g., time-to-fill for specialized roles, talent market mapping).

• Regularly report insights to leadership, ensuring transparency and alignment with the Tech Hub’s strategic priorities.

• Stakeholder Partnership

• Partner with senior business leaders, R&D heads, and hiring managers to define role requirements and ensure talent strategies align with innovation goals.

• Advise stakeholders on talent availability, compensation benchmarks, and competitive hiring practices in China’s technology market.

• Experience

• 8+ years in full-cycle recruitment, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role focused on technology hiring within China or APAC.

• Proven success in building recruitment strategies for specialized technical roles in R&D and innovation-driven environments.

• Skills

• Leadership & People Management: Track record of building and leading high-performing recruitment teams.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align hiring strategy with CP Axtra Tech Hub’s mandate to integrate innovation and business needs.

• Technical Acumen: Deep understanding of advanced technical roles (e.g., AI researchers, data engineers, cybersecurity specialists, retail tech product developers).

• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Skilled in applying recruitment metrics and talent analytics.

• Communication & Influence: Strong ability to partner with senior leadership and engage with world-class candidates.

• China Market Knowledge: Familiarity with China’s competitive talent landscape, talent mobility trends, and regulatory considerations.

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