Recruitment Consultant - Sales & Marketing

Kuala Lumpur Permanent MYR60,000 - MYR120,000 per year View Job Description
As a Recruitment Consultant - Sales & Marketing at Michael Page, you will operate at the forefront of clients' businesses, partnering with senior commercial leaders to make hiring decisions that directly impact revenue and growth. This is a highly commercial, performance‑driven role offering strong autonomy, visible impact, and long‑term career progression within a global consultancy.
  • Highly commercial desk, influence hiring decisions that directly impact revenue
  • Uncapped earning potential backed by a global brand.

About Our Client

At Michael Page, people are at the heart of everything we do. Since 1976, we have grown into one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies while staying true to what we are known for, connecting people and businesses to make a difference.

We are part of PageGroup, a global community of more than 9,000 recruiters, united by our core values:

  • Grow Connections
  • Earn Trust
  • Make a Difference



Our Malaysia office, based in Kuala Lumpur, is home to more than 100 professionals from diverse backgrounds. We are a collaborative, driven and high‑energy team that values performance, professionalism and celebrating success together.

At Michael Page, we don't just accept difference, we celebrate it. We are committed to an inclusive, respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all.

Job Description

As a Recruitment Consultant within the Sales & Marketing team, you will operate as a trusted advisor to clients and candidates, managing end‑to‑end recruitment for commercial, revenue‑driving roles. The position combines business development, client consultancy and talent engagement, requiring strong commercial acumen, relationship‑building capability and a results‑driven mindset in a fast‑paced, high‑performance environment.

You will be responsible for:

  • Building and sustaining long‑term relationships with clients across Sales & Marketing functions
  • Identifying, developing and converting new business opportunities through consultative, value‑led discussions
  • Understanding clients' commercial objectives and advising on hiring strategies aligned to business growth
  • Managing the full recruitment lifecycle from role briefing through to offer and placement
  • Negotiating terms, fees and service agreements to create mutually beneficial partnerships
  • Developing deep market knowledge and staying ahead of industry, hiring and talent trends
  • Attracting, assessing and engaging high‑calibre commercial candidates
  • Guiding both clients and candidates through interview, feedback and offer stages to ensure a seamless experience
  • Managing multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining high service standards
  • Collaborating closely with a high‑performing team to share insights, drive results and celebrate success


The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate is commercially driven, relationship‑oriented and motivated by performance and impact. They bring strong business acumen, thrive in fast‑paced environments, and are comfortable influencing senior stakeholders while building long‑term partnerships.

They will typically demonstrate:

  • A strong commercial mindset with a clear understanding of how Sales & Marketing roles drive business outcomes
  • Proven experience in recruitment, sales or a commercially focused, target‑driven role
  • Confidence engaging and influencing senior stakeholders, including Commercial Directors and business leaders
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust quickly
  • Resilience and perseverance, with the ability to handle pressure, ambiguity and rejection
  • A proactive, results‑driven approach to business development and opportunity creation
  • The curiosity and discipline to become a market expert within their sector
  • A collaborative mindset, celebrating team success while striving for personal excellence


What's on Offer

At Michael Page, we invest deeply in our people and careers:

  • Uncapped bonuses with competitive incentives and rewards
  • World‑class training and development at every career stage
  • Clear, structured internal career progression with long‑term opportunities
  • Unlimited international career mobility across our global network
  • Flexible / hybrid working arrangements, including company laptop and phone
  • Inclusive internal communities: Women@Page, Pride@Page, Families@Page, Flex@Page
  • 20 days annual leave and up to 20 weeks paid parental leave
  • A sustainable business with ambitions to be climate positive by 2026
  • A genuinely great place to work, where performance, purpose and people matter


Contact
Ee Lyn Soo
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6995786
Phone number
6012 375 7232

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
Recruitment Consultant
What is your area of specialisation?
Business Services
Location
Kuala Lumpur
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ee Lyn Soo
Consultant contact
6012 375 7232
Job Reference
JN-042026-6995786

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.