Wati is a growing SaaS platform that provides end-to-end WhatsApp API solutions for SMBs and large enterprises. We aim to simplify business communication, helping businesses meet their customers where they are - WhatsApp.
Backed by global investors such as Sequoia, DST Global, and Tiger Global, we're Shopify's first investment in a startup in Asia. Headquartered in Hong Kong and trusted by 8000+ customers across 100+ countries.
We're a rapidly expanding team filled with talented people from around the globe. As we continue to scale rapidly, we’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Executive to join our dynamic Talent team in Ho Chi Minh City. In this role, you'll play a vital part in shaping Wati’s growth by identifying and attracting exceptional talent across various functions.
This role is ideal for someone who’s highly organized, passionate about people, and thrives in a fast-paced, multicultural, and tech-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner closely with hiring managers to define hiring needs, refine job requirements, and develop compelling job postings.
- Manage the full-cycle recruitment process: sourcing, screening, coordinating interviews, and managing offers.
- Proactively build strong talent pipelines through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, events, and networking.
- Ensure timely, effective hiring with clear documentation and progress tracking via our ATS (Workable).
- Coordinate interviews and maintain smooth, professional communication with candidates to ensure a strong candidate experience.
- Keep candidate records accurate and up-to-date in the ATS while maintaining compliance with internal policies.
- Assist with offer preparation, salary proposals, and onboarding processes.
- Generate recruitment reports, dashboards, and hiring updates for internal stakeholders.
- Stay informed on recruitment trends and labor market shifts in Vietnam and the broader APAC region.
- Contribute to employer branding efforts and participate in recruitment marketing and events.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in recruitment or talent sourcing, preferably in fast-growing startups or SaaS/tech environments.
- Experience in high-volume or non-executive hiring is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of Vietnam’s local labor market, employment laws, and regional hiring practices in APAC.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills—you’re confident engaging with both candidates and internal stakeholders.
- Skilled in sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, job portals, and ATS platforms (Workable experience is a bonus).
- Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of juggling multiple open roles simultaneously.
- A team player with a proactive mindset and a bias for action.
- Professional, discreet, and able to handle confidential information with care.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and open to using AI tools like ChatGPT to support productivity.
Why join us?
- Be part of a diverse, globally distributed team
- Enjoy a collaborative, transparent, and empowering culture
- Competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements
- Work at the forefront of SaaS innovation and make real impact
You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.
“Mae West”