Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist – China / APAC (M/F)

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist – China / APAC (M/F)ContractCompany DescriptionFor over40 years,IOTA Grouphas supported clients in their international development, deliveringtechnical consulting, global recruitment, Employer of Record (EOR) and international workforce solutionsacross150+ countries.With a global network of165,000 professionalsand strong local expertise, we provide flexible, reliable and compliant solutions to major industrial projects worldwide.To support the continued growth of ourAsia-Pacific (APAC) operations, we are looking for anexperienced and proactive Talent Acquisition Specialistto join our team inShenzhen, China, with a strong focus ontechnical recruitment and the Chinese market.Position Details:Contract:Permanent employment contract (Full-time)Expected Start Date:December 1, 2026Location:Shanghai or Shenzhen (preferred), with Qingdao also considered.Job DescriptionAbout the PositionYou will manage the recruitment oftechnical and specialized professionalsfor our clients' projects, primarily inOil & Gas, Energy, Engineering, Construction and Heavy Industries.This position requires a strong understanding of thetechnical assistance, engineering consultancy and international workforce solutions market, particularly withinChina and the wider APAC region.The ideal candidate will have proven experience recruitingChinese nationals and international technical professionalsfor complex industrial projects.Position and CollaborationYou will be operationally attached to theAPAC Business Unit, working closely with itsBusiness Development Managers and operational leaders, particularly on projects and recruitment activities in China.You will also workcross-functionally with the Group Head of Talent Acquisitionto align recruitment priorities, apply Group processes and standards, monitor performance and continuously improve sourcing and recruitment practices.Your ResponsibilitiesUnderstand and Challenge Recruitment NeedsWork closely with Business Development Managers and operational teams acrossAPAC, particularly in China.Collect, analyze and prioritize recruitment requests according to client projects and business priorities.Understand the technical environment, required expertise and specific constraints of each assignment.Advise internal stakeholders oncandidate availability, local talent markets and realistic recruitment strategies.Challenge recruitment requests when necessary and propose alternative sourcing solutions.Develop Effective Sourcing StrategiesDefine and implement targeted sourcing strategies for technical and specialized positions.Identify and approach professionals throughLinkedIn Recruiter, Chinese recruitment platforms, job boards, databases and professional networks.Conduct activeheadhuntingand engage passive candidates.Build and maintain strong talent pools ofChinese technical professionals, as well as qualified candidates across APAC.Develop a network of specialists inOil & Gas, EPC, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Operations and Maintenance.Identify suitable candidates for bothlocal assignments and international projects.Continuously explore new sourcing channels to strengthen IOTA's recruitment capabilities in China.Assess and Support CandidatesConduct structured screening and qualification interviews.Assess candidates'technical background, industry experience, motivation, mobility, availability and compensation expectations.Evaluate candidates' suitability for local and international assignments.Present relevant, well-qualified candidates to Business Development Managers and operational teams.Maintain proactive communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process.Deliver a professional and positive candidate experience from initial contact through to final decision.Manage Recruitment Activity and PerformanceDraft and publishclear, attractive and well-targeted job advertisements.Ensure all recruitment activities and candidate information are properly recorded and updated inSmartRecruiters.Monitor recruitment progress, deadlines andkey performance indicators (KPIs).Proactively follow up with Business Development Managers to accelerate recruitment processes and improve placement results.Participate in regular recruitment reviews with theAPAC management team.Work cross-functionally with theGroup Head of Talent Acquisitionon reporting, recruitment performance, tools and process improvement.Contribute to the continuous development of sourcing methods and talent acquisition practices across the region.QualificationsYour Profile :Minimum5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or Technical Recruitment, preferably within an international recruitment agency, engineering consultancy or technical manpower services company.Proven recruitment experience inChina and/or the APAC region, with a strong understanding of theChinese talent market.Solid recruitment exposure toOil & Gas, Energy, EPC, Engineering, Construction or Heavy Industries.Demonstrated ability to source and recruitChinese technical professionalsfor local and international industrial projects.Strong experience indirect sourcing, headhunting, candidate qualification and recruitment process management.Good knowledge ofChinese recruitment channels, professional networks and sourcing platforms.Ability to manage multiple recruitment assignments in a demanding, international environment.Strong communication, organization and stakeholder management skills.Fluency in bothMandarin Chinese and English(minimum C1 level) is required.Additional InformationWhy Join IOTA GROUP?Join an international organization specializing intechnical assistance, engineering expertise and workforce solutionsfor major industrial projects worldwide.You will contribute directly to the development of ourAPAC recruitment activities, with a key role in strengthening our talent network and supporting our clients' projects inChina and across the region.By clicking the link above or 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