Sydney, Australia; Melbourne, Australia Remote (City) Employment

Whatnot is hiring a Senior Recruiter, APAC

About the Role

This position leads full-cycle recruitment for various teams across the APAC region, driving hiring strategies, building talent pipelines, and partnering with leadership to meet business objectives in a dynamic marketplace.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for multiple teams across APAC
  • Develop and execute regional hiring strategies aligned with business goals
  • Build strong relationships with hiring managers to understand team needs
  • Identify and engage top talent through proactive sourcing methods
  • Manage candidate experience from initial contact to offer stage
  • Collaborate with HR and People teams on onboarding and compliance
  • Use data to assess hiring effectiveness and recommend improvements
  • Partner with marketing and branding to enhance employer visibility
  • Support diversity and inclusion initiatives in recruitment practices
  • Stay current on regional labor market trends and salary benchmarks
  • Drive executive-level searches with discretion and urgency
  • Maintain accuracy in recruitment systems and candidate tracking
  • Scale hiring operations during periods of rapid growth
  • Conduct recruitment-related presentations for leadership review
  • Ensure alignment with global talent acquisition standards
  • Evaluate sourcing channels for optimal reach and efficiency
  • Mentor junior team members on best recruiting practices
  • Represent the organization at career fairs and networking events
  • Navigate cross-cultural hiring dynamics across APAC countries
  • Advocate for candidate equity throughout the hiring lifecycle
  • Implement structured interview frameworks with hiring teams
  • Coordinate interviews across multiple time zones efficiently
  • Provide market intelligence to support workforce planning
  • Promote employee referral programs to expand talent networks
  • Support internal mobility by connecting talent with new roles

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package offered

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model with regional flexibility

Team

Talent Acquisition team within a fast-growing technology organization

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a critical part in shaping the organization’s growth across the APAC region by securing key talent that drives innovation and operational excellence in a competitive landscape.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead hiring efforts for diverse functions including technology, product, and operations teams across multiple countries in Asia-Pacific.
  • Develop long-term talent strategies that align with business expansion goals.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on market dynamics and hiring best practices.

Who You Are

  • A strategic thinker with hands-on recruiting experience in fast-paced environments.
  • Someone who values data-driven decisions and continuous process improvement.
  • A culturally aware professional who thrives in diverse, cross-border settings.

Impact You’ll Make

  • Directly contribute to building high-performing teams across the region.
  • Shape inclusive hiring practices that reflect local and global standards.
  • Strengthen employer branding through authentic candidate engagement.

Our Culture

  • We value transparency, speed, and ownership in everything we do.
  • Team members are expected to be proactive, adaptable, and collaborative.
  • We prioritize learning, innovation, and measurable impact.

Growth Opportunities

  • Opportunities to lead regional initiatives and mentor other recruiters.
  • Exposure to global talent strategies and executive leadership.
  • Room to shape the evolution of the recruiting function.

Application Process

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
  • Qualified candidates will be contacted within two weeks.
  • The process includes a phone screen, panel interviews, and reference checks.

Visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates

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About company
Whatnot
Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in North America and Europe where users can buy, sell, and discover items across hundreds of categories such as trading cards, fashion, electronics, and live plants. The company enables sellers to build real businesses and is pioneering live commerce at scale in the West.
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Job Details
Department People, Talent Acquisition
Category other
Posted 5 days ago