APAC Stores Recruiter

About the Role The APAC Stores Recruiter leads recruiting strategy for the A&F Co. APAC store network, driving business growth by ensuring stores have the right people to support our portfolio of brands. Responsible for full lifecycle recruiting for management talent across mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, and Japan, they develop targeted attraction strategies and deliver a best-in-class candidate experience while leveraging talent evaluation to bring top talent to our stores. Based in our Shanghai Home Office, they support stores across China, Hong Kong and Japan, and train store managers on recruiting tools.

What You'll Do

• Lead APAC stores recruiting strategy for 50+ stores across the A&F Co. portfolio of brands.
• Develop localized attraction strategies to drive diverse, qualified talent to A&F brands in China, Hong Kong and Japan.
• Manage full lifecycle recruiting for management roles in APAC stores from open role to onboarding; prioritize quality and speed.
• Track hiring metrics and market insights; share with store management and leverage data to inform market strategy and process improvement.
• Support store openings in growing markets by providing recruiting tools, insights and training to store managers.
• Research and identify market-specific staffing solutions; partner with RMs, DMs, store operations, finance, legal and procurement to pilot and deliver using a test-and-learn approach.
• Coach store managers on recruiting part-time and seasonal talent using available tools.
• Collaborate with store HRBPs and legal teams to ensure high compliance with hiring nuances across countries.
• Maintain understanding of market needs through strong relationships with RM, DMs and Store Leaders.
• Develop and execute proactive recruiting strategies for high-volume or challenging-to-fill markets.
• Provide a best-in-class candidate experience and employer branding.
• Create and deliver market-specific employer branding strategies using social media, job boards, and other channels.
• Travel up to 35% to attend local events and training.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree or related experience; 5+ years in Talent Acquisition or related field.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin; other languages a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; engaging personality.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, meet deadlines and drive results; high-volume recruiting experience.
• Demonstrated talent evaluation skills and data-driven decision making.
• Collaborative cross-functional partner with a track record of building relationships.
• Passion for recruitment technology, advertising, staffing solutions; test-and-learn approach.
• Proven leadership experience with coaching and training capabilities.
• Passion for retail and Abercrombie & Fitch brands; curiosity and learning mindset.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate to leadership; commitment to quality and customer service.

Nice to Have

• Additional languages beyond English & Mandarin.
• Experience with recruitment technology, employer branding, and analytics.
• Experience supporting APAC high-volume or multi-country recruitment programs.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary and benefits not specified in the posting. Travel up to 35% may be required.