Global Talent Acquisition Specialist at ELSA

Ho Chi Minh City, , Vietnam -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Full-cycle Recruitment, Sourcing, Candidate Experience, Employer Branding, Employee Engagement, ATS Management, HR Data Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Technical Recruiting, Non-technical Recruiting, English Communication, AI Productivity Tools

Industry

E-Learning Providers

Description

About ELSA: ELSA is a global leader in AI-powered English communication training, dedicated to transforming how people learn and speak English with confidence. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, we operate across the U.S., Vietnam, Portugal, Indonesia, Brazil and Japan. Powered by proprietary speech-recognition technology and generative AI, ELSA delivers real-time, hyper-personalized feedback to help learners improve pronunciation, fluency, and overall communication effectiveness. With over 50 million learners and 1 billion hours of anonymized speech data, ELSAs depth of language training intelligence is unmatched in the industry. Our B2B flagship platforms ELSA Enterprise and ELSA Schools empower organizations and educational institutions to elevate communication capabilities and unlock personal and professional opportunities for their people. We design engaging, bite-sized learning experiences that adapt to each learners goals and context, ensuring measurable improvement and lasting confidence. Our vision is to become the global standard for real-time English communication training, enabling 1.5 billion language learners worldwide to speak clearly, be understood, and share their stories with the world. Backed by world-class investors including Googles Gradient Ventures, Monks Hill Ventures, and SOSV, ELSA has been recognized among the top global AI innovators: Forbes Top 4 Companies Using AI to Transform the World Research Sniper Top 5 Best AI Apps ASU+GSV EdTech 150 CB Insights Top 100 AI Companies Join us in shaping the future of language learning and empowering millions to unlock opportunity through confident communication. Role Summary We are looking for a highly result-driven and organized professional to join our Human Resources as a Global Talent Acquisition Specialist. This critical role will focus primarily on recruiting world-class talent for our global teams, while also contributing to initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and engagement across the company. Key Responsibilities 1. Talent Acquisition (80%) Lead full-cycle recruitment for multiple functions including Engineering, Product, Growth & Marketing, Business Development, and Business Operations across Vietnam, and other international markets. Partner with hiring managers to deeply understand hiring needs, define job requirements, and create effective sourcing strategies. Manage job postings across platforms (LinkedIn, VietnamWorks, TopCV, etc.), and maintain up-to-date information in our ATS. Proactively source and engage passive candidates via LinkedIn, networks, and referral programs. Screen CVs, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate further interviews with relevant stakeholders Facilitate a seamless and engaging candidate experience from application through to onboarding. Maintain and analyze recruitment data to ensure continuous improvement and efficiency in hiring processes. Build and manage relationships with external agencies or recruitment partners as needed. Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve our employer branding and hiring strategies. 2. Employee Engagement (20%) Support the design and execution of company-wide engagement programs (e.g., surveys, internal events, etc.). Coordinate and support initiatives around culture building, recognition, and internal communication. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle. Contribute to employee onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure smooth transitions. Requirements Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. 4+ years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably in a tech or startup environment Experience or strong interest in employer branding (EB), employee engagement (EE), or internal communication (IC) Experience hiring for both technical and non-technical roles in global markets is a strong plus. Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume, fast-paced recruitment pipelines with multiple stakeholders. Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English (written and verbal). Familiarity with recruitment tools (e.g., ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter) and HR data analysis. Passion for building strong teams and a positive, inclusive workplace culture. Creative mindset with attention to detail and strong project coordination skills. Advance proficiency level of English Demonstrated ability to use AI tools for productivity and workflows. Why You'll Love Working at ELSA Competitive compensation package Hybrid working model: 9:00 AM 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with one remote Friday every week Paid time off: 12 days of annual leave, plus 1 birthday leave and 1 Christmas leave Premium health insurance and annual health check-up to keep you in top shape Full coverage of social insurance Free ELSA Premium membership to help you sharpen your English skills International, collaborative, and high-energy work culture Be part of a well-funded, fast-growing Silicon Valley startup, where innovation and agility are at the core of what we do

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle recruitment for global technical and non-technical roles across multiple international markets. Additionally, support company-wide employee engagement programs and culture-building initiatives.