Recruiter

Role summary

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The Recruiter will manage end-to-end hiring for DHL in Malaysia, including sourcing candidates, screening applications, conducting interviews, coordinating with hiring managers, and supporting offer negotiations and onboarding. The role typically requires a degree or diploma in human resources, business, psychology, or a related discipline, along with practical recruitment experience, preferably in a corporate, logistics, or multinational environment. Strong communication, organization, stakeholder-management, and interviewing skills are expected. Candidates should be comfortable using applicant-tracking systems, LinkedIn, and other recruitment tools, while maintaining confidentiality and delivering a positive candidate experience. Knowledge of Malaysian employment practices and the ability to manage multiple vacancies in a fast-paced environment would be advantageous.

About the employer

DHL is a global logistics and supply chain company operating in more than 220 countries and territories. Its businesses include express delivery, freight transportation, contract logistics, supply chain management, e-commerce logistics, and specialised business services. DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL Group and employs a large international workforce across transport hubs, warehouses, offices, and customer operations. In Malaysia, the company supports international shipping, domestic delivery, freight forwarding, warehousing, and integrated supply-chain solutions for businesses of different sizes. DHL is known for its global network, operational scale, technology investments, and emphasis on service quality, safety, compliance, and employee development. Recruitment roles support the company’s ongoing need for skilled staff across logistics, customer service, administration, technology, sales, and operational functions.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers varied career opportunities in logistics, shared services, technology, manufacturing, tourism, finance, and customer operations. Kuala Lumpur and Selangor are the main employment centres, while Penang, Johor, Sabah, and Sarawak also offer opportunities. The country has a multicultural environment shaped by Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous communities, with English widely used in professional settings. Lifestyle costs are generally lower than in many major global cities, although central Kuala Lumpur and popular island destinations can be more expensive. Penang, Langkawi, Tioman, Perhentian, and Redang are well-known for beaches, diving, and relaxed living. Foreign employees usually need an approved employment pass sponsored by their employer before starting work; requirements depend on role, salary, nationality, and company eligibility. Relocating employees should arrange medical coverage, housing, banking, transport, and document legalization in advance.