Michael Poon
Human Resources | Global Talent Acquisition | People & Culture
Hong Kong
Summary
Strongly dedicated and resourceful HR professional with proven skills and experience in talent acquisition and people operations. Dependable with proven ability to succeed under pressure, deliver excellence, and establish genuine relationships. A team player with effective interpersonal communication skills and a strong work ethic.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Talent Researcher
Hyphen Connect Limited
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Manage end-to-end recruitment process from job requisition through to offer negotiation for various roles within the organization.
- Build and maintain talent pipelines by proactively sourcing and engaging with passive candidates through online platforms, social media, professional networks, and other channels.
- Collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand recruitment needs, provide market insights, and ensure alignment on candidate profiles, job descriptions, and hiring timelines.
- Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools to track candidate progress, maintain candidate databases, and generate reports on pipeline activity.
People Executive
Hailstone Labs Limited
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Talent Acquisition : End-to-end talent acquisition process including sourcing, screening, and selecting candidates
- Partner with hiring managers to identify hiring needs and develop effective recruitment strategies
- Employee engagement: Develop and execute initiatives to enhance employee engagement and promote a positive company culture
- People Operations: Assist with day-to-day people operations including payrolls, maintaining employee records, preparing documents, and updating databases
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of data and Pfile
- A web3 venture studio in Hong Kong
People Operations Specialist
KICKS CREW Company Limited
06.2023 - 08.2023
- End-to-end recruitment: Global talent acquisition, source and engage worldwide candidates, coordinate onsite and online interviews
- HR Operations: including administrative services, recruitment, job analysis
- Monthly payroll & MPF administration, leave and attendance records, employee compensation-related matters
- A Series-A E-Commerce company in Hong Kong
Assistant Talent Partner
OneDegree Hong Kong Limited
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Partner with internal departments to understand staffing needs and develop job descriptions, selection criteria, and hiring profiles
- Leverage online career portals, recruitment platforms, and job boards to source qualified candidates
- Conduct thorough resume screening, pre-interview assessments, and face-to-face (or virtual) interviews to identify the most suitable candidates
- Manage university career fairs and company recruitment events to engage with a diverse talent pool
- Organize various online and offline activities to foster employee engagement, enhance the work culture, and promote employee retention
- A post Series-B Insurtech company in Hong Kong
Talent Acquisition Assistant
OneDegree Hong Kong Limited
10.2021 - 12.2021
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physics
The Hong Kong University of Science And Technology
09.2016 - 07.2021
Skills
- Talent Acquisition
- People Operations
- Applicant Tracking System
- Employer Brand Building
- Employee Relations
Certification
IELTS Academic Overall, Band Score 7.5
Timeline
Talent Researcher
Hyphen Connect Limited
01.2025 - 03.2025
People Executive
Hailstone Labs Limited
01.2024 - 06.2024
People Operations Specialist
KICKS CREW Company Limited
06.2023 - 08.2023
Assistant Talent Partner
OneDegree Hong Kong Limited
01.2022 - 12.2022
Talent Acquisition Assistant
OneDegree Hong Kong Limited
10.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Physics
The Hong Kong University of Science And Technology
09.2016 - 07.2021
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