Talent Acquisition Partner

Location: SINGAPORE, Singapore

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

In Singapore, Thales has been a trusted partner since 1973, originally focused on aerospace activities in the Asia-Pacific region. With 2,000 employees across three local sites, we deliver cutting-edge solutions across aerospace (including air traffic management), defence and security, and digital identity and cybersecurity sectors. Together, we’re shaping the future by enabling customers to make pivotal decisions that safeguard communities and power progress.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Partner to support the Talent Acquisition team in attracting, engaging and hiring top talent. As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will serve as a strategic advisor to business leaders, driving full cycle recruitment for the assigned portfolio within the Asia region. You will own and shape hiring strategies, build strong talent pipelines, and deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.

Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with business leaders to understand workforce plans, capability needs, and talent gaps. Leading end-to-end recruitment for all roles within the assigned portfolio.
• Develop and execute effective hiring strategies to support short and long‑term business objectives.
• Provide insights on talent availability and market trends.
• Champion diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) in talent attraction and selection by applying best-practices strategies to improve diversity in hiring and internal mobility.
• Lead key TA projects and initiatives, including but not limited to talent branding, career fairs, process improvement and STEM outreach efforts.
• Deliver exceptional candidate/hiring manager experience and contribute to employer branding initiatives.
• Coach hiring managers on effective interviewing and selection practices, facilitate/lead debrief sessions and support data-driven hiring decisions.
• Manage expectations from stakeholders and timelines with proactive communication.

Requirements:

• Minimum 6 years of experience in full cycle recruitment, preferably within an in-house Talent Acquisition function with exposure to regional recruitment.
• Proven track record of recruiting diverse roles varying in complexity and hiring volume, especially in recruiting technology and engineering talent.
• Has experience developing sourcing strategies, data-driven recruitment and possess ability to use data to drive recruitment strategy.
• Proficient in HRIS, ATS platforms (Workday), workforce analytics tools (PowerBI).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in complex and large organisation/MNC is an advantage.
• Experience in the recruitment of support functions/commercial roles is an advantage.
• Possess ability to operate effectively in an ambiguous environment and embrace changes as they arise.
• Strong sense of ownership, positive learning mindset, team player.

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.