For over 40 years, IOTA Group has supported clients in their international development, delivering technical consulting, global recruitment, Employer of Record (EOR) and international workforce solutions across 150+ countries.

With a global network of 165,000 professionals and strong local expertise, we provide flexible, reliable and compliant solutions to major industrial projects worldwide.

To support the continued growth of our Asia-Pacific (APAC) operations, we are looking for an experienced and proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team in Shenzhen, China, with a strong focus on technical recruitment and the Chinese market.

Position Details:

• Contract: Permanent employment contract (Full-time)

• Expected Start Date: December 1, 2026

• Location: Shanghai or Shenzhen (preferred), with Qingdao also considered.

About the Position

You will manage the recruitment of technical and specialized professionals for our clients' projects, primarily in Oil & Gas, Energy, Engineering, Construction and Heavy Industries.

This position requires a strong understanding of the technical assistance, engineering consultancy and international workforce solutions market, particularly within China and the wider APAC region.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience recruiting Chinese nationals and international technical professionals for complex industrial projects.

Position and Collaboration

You will be operationally attached to the APAC Business Unit, working closely with its Business Development Managers and operational leaders, particularly on projects and recruitment activities in China.

You will also work cross-functionally with the Group Head of Talent Acquisition to align recruitment priorities, apply Group processes and standards, monitor performance and continuously improve sourcing and recruitment practices.

Your Responsibilities

Understand and Challenge Recruitment Needs

• Work closely with Business Development Managers and operational teams across APAC, 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 on candidate availability, local talent markets and realistic recruitment strategies.

• Challenge recruitment requests when necessary and propose alternative sourcing solutions.

Develop Effective Sourcing Strategies

• Define and implement targeted sourcing strategies for technical and specialized positions.

• Identify and approach professionals through LinkedIn Recruiter, Chinese recruitment platforms, job boards, databases and professional networks.

• Conduct active headhunting and engage passive candidates.

• Build and maintain strong talent pools of Chinese technical professionals, as well as qualified candidates across APAC.

• Develop a network of specialists in Oil & Gas, EPC, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Operations and Maintenance.

• Identify suitable candidates for both local assignments and international projects.

• Continuously explore new sourcing channels to strengthen IOTA's recruitment capabilities in China.

Assess and Support Candidates

• Conduct 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 Performance

• Draft and publish clear, attractive and well-targeted job advertisements.

• Ensure all recruitment activities and candidate information are properly recorded and updated in SmartRecruiters.

• Monitor recruitment progress, deadlines and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Proactively follow up with Business Development Managers to accelerate recruitment processes and improve placement results.

• Participate in regular recruitment reviews with the APAC management team.

• Work cross-functionally with the Group Head of Talent Acquisition on reporting, recruitment performance, tools and process improvement.

• Contribute to the continuous development of sourcing methods and talent acquisition practices across the region.

Your Profile :

• Minimum 5 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 in China and/or the APAC region, with a strong understanding of the Chinese talent market.

• Solid recruitment exposure to Oil & Gas, Energy, EPC, Engineering, Construction or Heavy Industries.

• Demonstrated ability to source and recruit Chinese technical professionals for local and international industrial projects.

• Strong experience in direct sourcing, headhunting, candidate qualification and recruitment process management.

• Good knowledge of Chinese 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 both Mandarin Chinese and English (minimum C1 level) is required.

Why Join IOTA GROUP?

Join an international organization specializing in technical assistance, engineering expertise and workforce solutions for major industrial projects worldwide.

You will contribute directly to the development of our APAC recruitment activities, with a key role in strengthening our talent network and supporting our clients' projects in China and across the region.