We are seeking a dynamic Senior Executive – HR (Talent Acquisition) to manage end-to-end recruitment across all levels of the organization. Our client has a legacy of the oldest family-run conglomerate with their business including manufacturing, food and beverage, real estate, distribution, and solutions providers in the UAE, KSA, Qatar, and Oman. This role is pivotal in ensuring all hiring needs and targets are met, collaborating with business and department heads to understand requirements, design job descriptions, and implement effective recruitment strategies.

About the Role:

This role combines hands-on sourcing and candidate management with collaboration with external recruitment partners. As a key talent partner, you will identify top talent, deliver a seamless candidate experience, and ensure recruitment aligns with business needs and employer branding.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition Strategy & Execution

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer management.
• Develop strategies for hard-to-fill and niche roles using job portals, LinkedIn, networking, and referrals.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, team dynamics, and growth plans.
• Conduct talent mapping and maintain pipelines for future hiring needs.
• Support Emiratization initiatives.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Lead recruitment for all entities according to annual hiring plans.
• Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers for timely, data-driven recruitment decisions.
• Coordinate structured interviews and candidate assessments.
• Collaborate with HR teams for smooth onboarding and candidate handover.
• Manage domestic worker hiring as required.

Agency & Vendor Management

• Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies, ensuring alignment on candidate profiles and feedback.
• Evaluate agency performance, recommend renewals or changes, and monitor candidate conversions.

Candidate Experience & Employer Branding

• Deliver a professional and engaging candidate journey from first contact to onboarding.
• Represent the organization at career fairs, networking events, and online campaigns.
• Promote company values, culture, and Employee Value Proposition (EVP) throughout recruitment.

Recruitment Operations & Reporting

• Maintain accurate candidate and vacancy records in ATS/HR systems.
• Prepare hiring recommendations and employment offers in coordination with managers.
• Track and report recruitment KPIs such as time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, and cost-per-hire.
• Ensure compliance, fairness, diversity, and confidentiality.
• Conduct and record reference checks for shortlisted candidates.

Talent Outreach & Events

• Build strong relationships with universities, student organizations, and early talent programs.
• Participate in career fairs, networking events, and other recruitment initiatives.
• Support internships, graduate programs, and early talent hiring campaigns.

Qualifications & Skills:

• University degree in Business Administration, HR, Psychology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in end-to-end recruitment, including in-house and agency environments.
• Certifications like HRCI CTAP are a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple requisitions across diverse functions.
• Proficient in ATS platforms and sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Job Portals, SAP SuccessFactors, Darwinbox).
• Strong knowledge of modern recruitment strategies, labor laws, and offer structuring.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Passionate about candidate experience, talent branding, and company culture.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time office-based role with remote work options per company policy.
• Occasional travel within the UAE across group entities.

Salary: up to AED 12,000 + Standard Benefits