Sounds basic — but too many JDs still read like wishlists.

Instead, focus on:

✅ What the role actually does daily
✅ Success metrics & KPIs
✅ Key soft skills (problem‑solving, adaptability, collaboration)
✅ Deal‑breakers vs. “nice‑to‑have”

Clear JDs do two things:

• Attract aligned candidates (fewer irrelevant resumes)

• Speed up screening — because expectations are defined upfront

📊 Fun fact: Roles with clear KPIs see lower first‑year turnover (Harvard Business Review).

In Malaysia & Singapore, markets are multilingual and multicultural.

Before posting:

• Will the role serve Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, or Mandarin‑speaking clients?

• Do you need someone familiar with local business etiquette or overseas partners?

Adding these criteria late slows hiring. Clarify early → faster shortlists → better fit.

At FIND Global, many clients come to us after realising language fit was the missing piece. Starting there saves weeks.

Job boards alone = slow & noisy.

Local recruitment partners:

• Tap passive talent (not just active job seekers)

• Understand notice periods, salary expectations & cultural nuances

• Pre‑screen candidates for soft skills & motivation

Result? Shorter time‑to‑hire and higher retention.

Especially for bilingual or niche roles, local networks beat cold posting every time.

Why These Tips Work Together

They create a hiring loop, not a scramble:

• Clear JD → Attract aligned talent → Faster screening

• Early language/culture check → Avoid late‑stage surprises

• Local recruiter → Quality shortlist, faster hire

Together, this means less fire‑fighting, more sustainable growth.

At FIND Global, we support SMEs and mid‑sized businesses across Singapore & Malaysia to hire:

✅ Mass hiring projects
✅ Bilingual & specialist roles
✅ Executive & succession planning hires

You can grow without stopping to start over.

✅ Ready to Hire?
Contact us to see how executive search, mass hiring and multilingual recruitment can help your team grow across Southeast Asia.