Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist

Bayut | dubizzle; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative tech company in the UAE is seeking an experienced recruiter to source and engage top talent across diverse sourcing channels. This role requires at least 2 years of experience in tech recruitment and the ability to maintain strong candidate relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach and strong understanding of industry trends. The company offers a competitive tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and annual air ticket allowance.

Benefits

Competitive Tax-free Salary

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Annual Air Ticket Allowance

Employee discounts

Rewards & Recognitions

Learning & Development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in sourcing, preferably in both in-house and search firm.
• Proven ability to source high-quality tech talent.
• Strong understanding of tech recruitment trends and role requirements.

Responsibilities

• Source and engage top external talent through various methods.
• Conduct initial phone interviews and administer relevant assessments.
• Collaborate closely with hiring teams to understand role requirements.

Skills

Sourcing talent

Recruitment experience in Technology

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Building relationships

Job description

Company Overview

Bayut & dubizzle have the unique distinction of being iconic, homegrown brands with a strong presence across the seven emirates in the UAE. Connecting millions of users across the country, we are committed to delivering the best online search experience. As part of Dubizzle Group, we are alongside some of the strongest classified brands in the market. With a collective strength of 5 brands, we have more than 123 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs. At dubizzle you'd be part of high performing cross‑functional "Squads" set with a mission to provide win‑win exchanges for our beloved users.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source and engage top external talent—both locally and globally—through diverse sourcing methods including headhunting, job advertising, social media platforms, and employee referrals.
• Screen and shortlist candidates by conducting initial phone interviews and administering relevant assessments.
• Maintain strong candidate relationships throughout the recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a positive experience.
• Collaborate closely with hiring teams to understand role requirements and maintain strong working relationships with line managers.
• Provide consistent weekly updates to hiring managers on recruitment progress and candidate pipelines.
• Ensure full adherence to the recruitment process, starting from requisition approval to final hiring decisions.
• Update and maintain the Applicant Tracking System (Workable) with candidate information, interview notes, and feedback.
• Prepare and deliver recruitment reports and metrics as required by the business.
• Update the recruitment tracker regularly and discuss hiring progress with the Talent Acquisition Team Lead.
• Provide recruitment support to other business areas when needed.
• Support and execute employer branding initiatives to strengthen the company’s visibility and attractiveness in the talent market.
• Stay informed on current sourcing trends and best practices to continuously enhance recruitment strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in sourcing, either in-house or within a search firm (experience in both is preferred).
• At least 2 years of hands‑on recruitment experience in Technology, Machine Learning, or Data Science roles.
• Strong understanding of tech recruitment trends, role requirements, and industry terminology.
• Experience sourcing talent for companies in the online classifieds, digital, or e‑commerce sectors.
• Proven ability to use a wide range of sourcing channels (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, social platforms) to attract high‑quality tech talent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• A proactive, results‑driven approach to sourcing and hiring high‑performing technical candidates.

Benefits

• Competitive Tax‑free Salary
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Annual Air Ticket Allowance
• Employee discounts at multiple vendors across the Emirates
• Rewards & Recognitions
• Learning & Development
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