Headhunting in Malaysia

Find Top Talents in Malaysia with Professional Headhunting Services

Malaysia is a strategic ASEAN hub with a highly skilled, bilingual workforce across Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Johor Bahru. As a leading provider of headhunter services in Malaysia, Aniday leverages a network of 40,000+ professional headhunters to access hidden and passive talent nationwide.

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What is Headhunting in Malaysia?

Headhunting in Malaysia is a specialized recruitment solution focused on identifying, engaging, and placing top-tier leaders for mid-to-senior roles. Aniday combines Malaysia market intelligence with proactive outreach and offer negotiation to deliver executives who align with your culture and growth goals.

Why Aniday for Headhunting in Malaysia?

2x Faster Placement

Exclusive access to 40,000+ professional headhunters and curated talent pools across Malaysia
Trusted by Leading Companies

Proven success with startups, SMEs, and multinational corporations hiring in Malaysia
Expertise Across Malaysian Industries

Technology, Finance, Manufacturing (E&E), Shared Services (BPO/SSC), Logistics, Retail, Hospitality, and more
After-Hire Guarantee

60–120 day guarantee with cash refund or replacement if the hire does not meet expectations
Nationwide Malaysia Coverage

Our network covers Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, and key industrial hubs across Malaysia

Our Headhunting Process in Malaysia

01

Initial Briefing & Consultation

We work with you to understand your company culture and hiring needs to build the ideal candidate profile for the Malaysian market.
02

Sourcing & Screening

Our Malaysia headhunters use their extensive network & talent pool to identify & engage candidates, including those not actively seeking jobs.
03

Shortlisting & Interviews

We present a shortlist of the best-matched candidates and manage the interview process, ensuring a seamless experience for you
04

Offer, Onboarding & Guarantee

We assist with offer negotiation based on Malaysia market benchmarks, support a smooth onboarding, and provide our after-hired guarantee.

Projects

We have successfully supported numerous projects across diverse industries such as Tech, Manufacturing, F&B, and Finance. With a global reach, we connect businesses with top-tier executive talents

ST Engineering

Aniday is proudly ST's main partner for their 'Moving out of China' strategy after the Covid-19. In just few months, Aniday set up an efficient team, leading ST to plan scaling up to nearly 100 staff within a few months

Carro

From the early day of Carro, Leveraging our strong talent pool, we helped them expand across the region, contributing to their success and eventual Unicorn valuation

Pocket FM

Pocket FM has partnered with Aniday to expand their global team. We're thrilled to assist Pocket FM in successfully headhunting in the US, Japan, China, and Korea,.. following their successful $196 million funding round

HCLTech

HCLTech has partnered with Aniday to expand their team. We're excited to support their growth by headhunting top talent, especially in the semiconductor sector

Headhunting in Malaysia - FAQs

How long does headhunt take to fill a position in Malaysia?

Our Malaysia executive search timeline varies by role complexity and market conditions. On average, we complete placements within 2-5 weeks for senior positions while maintaining rigorous evaluation and cultural fit for the Malaysian business environment.

How does Aniday's Malaysia headhunter network accelerate hiring?

Aniday has a network of 40,000+ professional headhunters with deep expertise in the Malaysian market. Your roles are promoted to localized, industry-specific headhunters in Malaysia, increasing the likelihood of qualified candidates within days.

How do you ensure candidate quality & cultural fit for Malaysian companies?

Our Malaysia headhunters conduct comprehensive evaluations including detailed interviews and psychometric assessments to understand candidates' leadership styles and cultural adaptability for the Malaysian business environment

What's the difference between general recruitment and headhunting in Malaysia?

General recruitment focuses on job postings and inbound applications for entry- to mid-level roles. Headhunting in Malaysia proactively approaches passive, high-caliber candidates for critical, senior, or highly specialized positions in a competitive market.

How does Aniday ensure client confidentiality during an executive search?

We apply strict confidentiality procedures during the sourcing and approach phases. We do not disclose your company name or details unless authorized, and we often use private briefs for sensitive senior roles to avoid internal disruptions or leaks.

What industries does your Malaysia headhunting service cover?

Our Malaysia executive search covers Technology, Finance, Manufacturing (E&E), Shared Services (BPO/SSC), Logistics & Supply Chain, Sales & Marketing, and more — tailored to Malaysia's business landscape.

What guarantee and after-hire support do you provide?

We offer a comprehensive 60 to 120-day guarantee. If a hired candidate does not meet expectations or departs within this period, we provide a replacement or a cash refund. Our commitment doesn't end at placement; we also provide integration and follow-up support, overseeing the onboarding process to ensure the long-term success of both the new executive and your company.