Senior Retail Talent Acquisition Strategist (UAE)

Adidas Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sports brand is looking for a Recruitment Specialist to drive strategic talent acquisition initiatives for retail roles in Dubai. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment within the UAE market, ideally with a focus on retail. Responsibilities include managing candidate pipelines, enhancing the employer brand, and maintaining a positive candidate experience, ensuring alignment with workforce targets. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in Talent Acquisition, preferably in UAE retail market.
• Proven expertise in recruitment processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a consistent pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Establish trusted relationships with stakeholders.
• Enhance employer brand to attract talent.
• Build and sustain talent pools.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Maintain accurate recruitment data for KPI reporting.
• Coordinate interviews and minimize delays.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to prioritize multiple projects

Action-oriented approach

Behavioural interviewing techniques

Sound judgment and confidentiality

Advanced MS Office skills

Experience with applicant tracking systems

Persuasive and communicative personality

Exceptional planning and organizing capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SuccessFactors

Job description

A leading global sports brand is looking for a Recruitment Specialist to drive strategic talent acquisition initiatives for retail roles in Dubai. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment within the UAE market, ideally with a focus on retail. Responsibilities include managing candidate pipelines, enhancing the employer brand, and maintaining a positive candidate experience, ensuring alignment with workforce targets. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.