Associate Director

Job Summary / Introduction

Build strategic client partnerships andmanage recruitment assignments as a senior individual contributor.

Develop your recruitment portfolio with thesupport of Michael Page’s global network, training and career developmentopportunities.

Details About the Client

Michael Page Singapore is seeking anexperienced recruitment professional to join as an Associate Director. Thisindividual contributor role combines business development, strategic accountmanagement and hands-on recruitment delivery. You will partner with seniorstakeholders, manage complex hiring assignments and develop your clientportfolio, supported by an established global recruitment business.

Michael Page is a global professionalrecruitment business connecting organisations with talent across a broad rangeof industries and functions.

Our Singapore business brings togetherspecialist recruitment expertise, established client relationships and aninternational network. We offer the resources, training and collaborativeenvironment to help experienced recruiters deepen their expertise and developtheir careers.

Role Description

Reporting to a Director, you will takeownership of a recruitment portfolio, combining client development with thedelivery of recruitment assignments.

As an Associate Director at Michael Page,you will:

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with existing and prospective clients, including senior decision-makers.
• Identify new business opportunities, expand existing accounts and contribute to the development of new recruitment specialisms.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including client briefings, candidate sourcing and assessment, interview coordination, offer negotiation and placement follow-up.
• Deliver senior and complex recruitment assignments, advising clients on search strategy, talent availability and hiring requirements.
• Lead client presentations and prepare recruitment proposals, negotiating service agreements, fees and assignment terms within company guidelines.
• Build and maintain candidate networks through research, direct sourcing, referrals and professional networking.
• Provide informed advice to clients and candidates on market conditions, remuneration and recruitment processes.
• Develop and implement a business plan for your portfolio in consultation with your Director.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and locations on client opportunities, referrals and recruitment delivery.
• Share recruitment expertise and market insights with colleagues to support service quality and professional development.
• Represent Michael Page at relevant industry events and networking activities.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and handle candidate and client information in accordance with applicable requirements and company policies.
• Apply fair recruitment practices and uphold professional and ethical standards throughout the recruitment process.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for an experiencedrecruitment professional who can demonstrate:

• A track record of independently managing end-to-end recruitment assignments, including senior or complex appointments.
• Experience developing new business and growing established client accounts within a recruitment environment.
• The ability to build credible relationships with senior stakeholders and provide consultative recruitment advice.
• Experience preparing client proposals and negotiating recruitment fees, service agreements and assignment terms.
• Strong candidate sourcing, assessment and engagement skills.
• Commercial judgement, including the ability to evaluate opportunities and develop a recruitment portfolio.
• Clear communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage expectations and resolve recruitment challenges.
• The ability to prioritise multiple assignments and work independently while collaborating with colleagues.
• A commitment to fair hiring, confidentiality, service quality and professional integrity.

What We Offer

• Career Development: A structured career framework with opportunities to deepen your expertise and take on broader responsibilities.
• Training and Support: Access to recruitment, commercial and professional development programmes.
• Regional and Global Connectivity: Opportunities to collaborate across markets and access international referral networks and market insights.
• Ownership of Your Portfolio: Scope to develop client relationships and shape your approach to business development and recruitment delivery, supported by established systems and resources.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Michael Page is committed to fair andinclusive recruitment. We welcome applications from candidates of allbackgrounds and assess applicants on their skills, experience and ability tofulfil the role.

If you require adjustments or supportduring the application or interview process, please let us know so we candiscuss your needs.

Contact : Junie Lim (Lic No: R1770586/ EA no:18S9099)

Phone number : +65 6416 9864

Michael Page International Pte Ltd | Registration No. 199804751N