HR Recruiter – Retail & Fashion

AlFahim HQ; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail and fashion company in Dubai seeks a motivated HR Recruiter (Arabic Speaker) with at least 3 years of experience in retail recruitment. This role involves managing the full recruitment process, sourcing top talent, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field and be fluent in Arabic and English. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recruitment experience in retail and fashion industry.
• Strong understanding of fashion trends and market challenges.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for retail and fashion roles.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates through multiple channels.
• Maintain recruitment data and reports to track hiring performance.

Skills

Fluency in Arabic

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Understanding of retail workforce needs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented HR Recruiter (Arabic Speaker) with at least 3 years of proven experience in retail and fashion recruitment. The role will focus on sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent to support our fast-paced retail operations and fashion divisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process for retail and fashion roles, including sales associates, store managers, merchandisers, and back-office support.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates using various channels (job portals, social media, referrals, recruitment agencies).
• Develop and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future staffing needs.
• Ensure timely communication and coordination with hiring managers regarding recruitment updates.
• Prepare job descriptions, interview questions, and candidate evaluation forms aligned with business needs.
• Manage offer letters, contracts, and onboarding formalities for new hires.
• Maintain recruitment data and reports to track hiring performance and KPIs.
• Represent the company at career fairs and recruitment events to attract suitable talent.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and diversity hiring practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of recruitment experience in retail and fashion industry.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken & written) is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of retail workforce needs, fashion trends, and market challenges.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in bulk/mass recruitment for retail outlets.
• Knowledge of UAE/GCC labor laws (if applicable).
• Strong networking abilities within retail and fashion industry.