Head of Talent Acquisition, Global

Build the Teams That Build the Future

At BJAK, we believe exceptional teams achieve bold visions. As we scale across Southeast Asia and beyond, we’re looking for a Head of Talent Acquisition, Global to lead the charge in identifying, engaging, and hiring the people who will shape the future of financial access across the region.

In this role, you’ll work directly with our leadership team to define and execute recruitment strategies for high-impact roles - from engineering and AI to operations and product. You’ll build and lead a world-class talent function that delivers excellence at every stage of the hiring journey, with a strong emphasis on quality, ownership, and speed. Your hires won’t just fill seats - they’ll be the force behind how fast and how far we go.

Why This Role Matters

• You’ll build the talent engine that fuels BJAK’s growth across ASEAN, East Asia, and beyond
• You’ll own the end-to-end hiring experience-from strategy to execution-for mission-critical roles
• You’ll shape the way our brand shows up to candidates globally
• Your work will directly influence company velocity, culture, and long-term success
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Lead Global Hiring Strategy. Partner with executive leadership to define headcount plans, talent priorities, and long-term recruitment strategies.
• Build and Manage a High-Performance TA Team. Mentor and scale a team of recruiters and sourcers who are resourceful, mission-aligned, and execution-driven.
• Own Full-Cycle Recruitment for Critical Roles. Personally led hiring for senior and strategic positions, particularly in tech, product, and leadership functions.
• Drive Proactive Sourcing & Talent Pipelining. Implement sourcing strategies that extend beyond LinkedIn, leveraging platforms, networks, events, and creative outreach.
• Champion Talent Quality. Set and uphold high standards for candidate evaluation, interview structure, and hiring decision frameworks.
• Elevate Candidate Experience. Ensure a high-touch, human-first journey from outreach to onboarding, reflecting our culture and values.
• Drive Process, Data & Tools. Optimize our ATS, implement structured reporting, and use metrics to improve conversion, velocity, and quality.
• Build BJAK’s Employer Brand. Collaborate on storytelling initiatives that position BJAK as a destination for top talent regionally and globally.
  
  

You’ll Excel in This Role If You...

• Are both strategic and scrappy - you see the big picture but love being hands-on
• Own your outcomes - you take initiative, follow through, and don’t need to be told twice
• Work with urgency, intensity, and high standards - long hours don’t faze you when there’s a mission to deliver
• Have a sharp eye for talent - you assess potential, not just paper
• Communicate clearly and inspire confidence across all levels
• Thrive in ambiguity and change - chaos energizes you, not stalls you
• Reject mediocrity - you set a high bar and push yourself and others to meet it
• Stay tough under pressure, focused, and in control when it counts most
• Welcome feedback - you’re coachable, honest, and always looking to improve
• Balance speed with structure, and creativity with consistency
• Deeply care about people, culture, and getting the right hire, not just any hire
• Lead by doing - no ego, just results
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years of end-to-end talent acquisition experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role
• Proven track record of hiring across multiple functions and seniority levels, ideally in tech, fintech, or high-growth environments
• Experience recruiting across multiple countries or regions (e.g. ASEAN, East Asia)
• Strong sourcing expertise and ability to train others on best practices
• Familiarity with ATS platforms, sourcing tools, and data-driven hiring
• Excellent stakeholder management, judgment, and communication skills
• High EQ, adaptability, and ability to lead under pressure
• Based in Malaysia or open to regional travel and remote collaboration
  
  

Nice to Have

• Experience hiring in AI, software engineering, or senior executive roles
• Familiarity with international employment practices and hiring compliance
• Background in employer branding, recruitment marketing, or TA operations
• Experience building TA teams or processes from the ground up
• Exposure to fast-scaling startups or venture-backed tech companies
  
  

What You’ll Get

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses
• Direct access to leadership and company-wide decision-making
• Opportunity to build and scale a global talent function from scratch
• A high-autonomy environment with meaningful impact
• Flat structure where ideas are valued over titles
• Strong learning culture with rapid growth opportunities
  
  

Our Team & Culture

We’re lean, fast, and relentlessly focused on outcomes. Everyone here is an owner. We don’t care about titles-we care about clarity, speed, and the willingness to do what’s necessary. We value humility, action, and continuous improvement.

If you’re energized by building something that matters, surrounded by people who move fast and think big, you’ll feel right at home.

About BJAK

BJAK is Southeast Asia’s largest digital insurance and financial services platform. Headquartered in Malaysia and expanding across Thailand, Taiwan, and Japan, we help millions of users access simplified, affordable financial products through our platform, Bjak.com.

We build intelligent systems powered by AI, automation, and data science to transform how people experience finance, from insurance and investments to credit and beyond.

If you’re excited to lead global hiring at the forefront of fintech innovation, we’d love to hear from you.