Emiratization Graduate Recruitment - Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UAE is looking for a Graduate Recruiter to support nationalization efforts by attracting and recruiting top local graduate talent. This role requires effective recruitment strategies, relationship building with universities and government bodies, and the ability to meet nationalization hiring targets. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration and strong experience in graduate recruitment. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on talent development in the region.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in successful nationalization hiring strategies.
• Experience in graduate recruitment.
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute recruitment strategies for local graduates.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes aligned with nationalization goals.
• Collaborate with leadership to integrate nationalization targets.

Skills

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Ability to build relationships with universities

Knowledge of local recruitment practices

Understanding of nationalization initiatives

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Job description

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Business Operations

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

As a Graduate Recruiter at PwC Middle East you will be a key driver in our nationalization efforts helping to attract engage and recruit top graduate talent from the local market. You will play a vital role in implementing effective recruitment strategies establishing strong relationships with universities government bodies and local talent pools while ensuring that nationalization targets are met in line with PwCs strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute recruitment strategies specifically designed to attract and hire local graduate talent with a strong emphasis on nationalization objectives.
• Build strong lasting relationships with universities educational institutions government programs and other key stakeholders to ensure access to top local talent.
• Lead and manage endtoend recruitment processes including sourcing screening interviewing and onboarding ensuring alignment with nationalization hiring goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams and senior leadership to ensure nationalization targets are integrated into the recruitment strategy and that all initiatives meet organizational diversity goals.
• Monitor and track key recruitment metrics providing insights and recommendations to improve the effectiveness of nationalization hiring initiatives.
• Champion the promotion of PwCs Employer Value Proposition (EVP) to Emirati graduates and local talent.
• Organize and participate in local career fairs events and networking activities that focus on national talent recruitment.
• Stay uptodate with the latest trends and regulations surrounding nationalization programs in the region.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field.
• Proven track record in implementing successful nationalization hiring strategies particularly within the graduate recruitment space.
• Understanding of local talent development programs nationalization initiatives and governmentled initiatives (e.g. Emiratization in the UAE).
• Strong experience in building relationships with universities educational institutions and government bodies focused on national talent acquisition.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the Middle East job market specifically local recruitment practices and talent pools.
• Ability to work in a fastpaced resultsoriented environment while managing multiple priorities.

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Travel Requirements

0

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

No

Government Clearance Required

Yes

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