Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage the end-to-end recruitment process and help attract top talent across multiple departments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and hiring qualified professionals while ensuring a positive candidate experience and compliance with UAE labor regulations.Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offer management, and onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers and department heads to understand workforce planning and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Source and attract candidates through LinkedIn, job portals, social media, employee referrals, networking, and direct outreach.
• Review and screen CVs, conduct initial phone or virtual interviews, and shortlist qualified candidates.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring teams, ensuring a smooth recruitment experience.
• Prepare and extend job offers aligned with company salary bands and UAE Labour Law.
• Ensure recruitment practices comply with company policies and UAE employment regulations.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and recruitment data in ATS or recruitment CRM systems.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for high-demand and recurring roles.
• Support employer branding initiatives, including LinkedIn engagement, job postings, and recruitment campaigns.
• Provide regular recruitment reports, hiring metrics, and insights to management.
• Represent the company professionally at job fairs, career events, and external recruitment activities.
• Coordinate with HR Operations / PRO teams regarding visa processing, onboarding, and employment documentation.
• Continuously improve recruitment processes, sourcing strategies, and candidate experience.
• Promote Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) awareness by ensuring safe systems and conditions within the area of responsibility.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of recruitment or talent acquisition experience (agency or in-house).
• Experience managing end-to-end hiring processes across multiple roles or departments.
• Familiarity with UAE Labour Law, recruitment best practices, and hiring compliance is preferred.
• Experience using ATS systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and job portals is an advantage.
• Fluency in Arabic and English is required to effectively communicate with candidates and stakeholders.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong candidate assessment and interview techniques.
• Ability to screen and evaluate applicants effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple hiring priorities in a fast-paced environment.