Senior Talent Acquisition Manager - Arabic Speaker

Our client is one of Abu Dhabi's most prominent trading families, significantly contributing to the emirates economic progress. With a strong presence in the construction sector and a diversified portfolio of companies and ventures, they have played a key role in several national milestones. Their growth mirrors Abu Dhabi's ambitious development goals and underscores their commitment to fostering local talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy tailored to the construction industry, with a focus on sourcing top talent for both operational and executive roles.
• Partner with key stakeholders to understand workforce requirements and forecast future hiring needs, aligning recruitment plans with business objectives.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment, from job description creation to offer negotiation, ensuring timely hiring while maintaining a strong candidate experience.
• Build and maintain relationships with recruitment agencies, universities, and other talent pipelines, with a focus on attracting UAE-based talent.
• Design and manage recruitment campaigns targeting specialized construction roles, such as project managers, engineers, and other skilled professionals.
• Oversee the implementation of recruitment tools and processes, ensuring they align with industry standards and best practices.
• Manage and mentor a team of recruiters, providing guidance on best practices, candidate assessment, and market trends.
• Analyze and report on recruitment metrics, such as time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, and candidate quality, ensuring continuous improvement of talent acquisition processes.
• Drive employer branding initiatives to position the company as an employer of choice within the construction industry.
• Collaborate with HR teams on onboarding, retention strategies, and talent development initiatives.

Key Qualifications & Experience

• Fluency in Arabic is a must.
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of talent acquisition experience, with a minimum of 5 years in the construction industry within the UAE.
• Proven track record of recruiting for a diverse range of roles within the construction sector, including executive, operational, and technical positions.
• Familiarity with the UAE labor market, with established networks and connections within the construction and engineering sectors.
• Experience working with family-owned businesses, preferably within large, diversified groups.
• Strong understanding of UAE labor laws, visa processes, and government regulations relevant to hiring.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop a team.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a strong ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to influence senior leadership and drive initiatives that align with the company's business objectives.