Sr. Specialist Talent Acquisition Retail UAE

Adidas; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sportswear company located in Dubai is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive strategic recruitment initiatives aimed at attracting top retail talent. The successful candidate will manage relationships with hiring managers and HR, deliver a consistent pipeline of candidates, and ensure a high-quality candidate experience throughout the hiring process. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience in the UAE, particularly in the retail sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in Talent Acquisition.
• Proven expertise in recruitment in the UAE market.
• Retail recruitment experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a consistent pipeline of qualified candidates for retail roles.
• Establish trusted relationships with HR and hiring managers.
• Position the organization as an employer of choice.
• Build and sustain talent pools for critical roles.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience and employer reputation.
• Maintain accurate recruitment data and deliver KPI reports.
• Coordinate interviews and administrative processes efficiently.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Behavioural interviewing techniques

Advanced skills in MS Office

Experience with applicant tracking systems

Persuasive and flexible personality

Planning and organizing capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or Business Administration

Tools

SuccessFactors

Job description

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:

Drive strategic recruitment initiatives that enable the organization to attract, engage, and hire top Retail talent, ensuring alignment with business objectives and workforce development goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Successful Hiring Across Retail

Deliver a consistent pipeline of qualified candidates for retail roles, ensuring timely and quality hires that meet workforce targets.

Strategic Talent Partnerships

Establish and maintain trusted relationships with HR, hiring managers, and other stakeholders to anticipate future talent needs and influence workforce planning.

Enhanced Employer Brand

Position the organization as an employer of choice by leveraging partnerships and utilizing targeted platforms and networks.

Proactive Talent Pooling

Build and sustain talent pools for critical roles, reducing time-to-hire and ensuring readiness for business needs.

Seamless Candidate Experience

Ensure every candidate interaction reflects professionalism and care, from initial engagement through onboarding, resulting in a positive candidate experience and strong employer reputation.

Data-Driven Recruitment Decisions

Maintain accurate recruitment data and deliver regular KPI reports to inform leadership decisions and continuously improve hiring strategies.

Operational Excellence in Recruitment

Guarantee smooth coordination of interviews and administrative processes, minimizing delays and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills to engage candidates and influence stakeholders effectively.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple recruitment projects simultaneously.
• Adopts an action-oriented approach, anticipating hiring needs and collaborating closely with HR and hiring managers to deliver timely solutions.
• Applies behavioural interviewing techniques to assess candidate fit and ensure quality hires.
• Exercises sound judgment and maintains strict confidentiality in handling sensitive candidate and organizational information.
• Advanced skills in MS Office and experience with applicant tracking systems and recruiting ERP platforms (SuccessFactors preferred).
• Possesses a persuasive, communicative, and flexible personality to build trust and drive alignment across stakeholders.
• True team player with exceptional planning, organizing, and reporting capabilities to ensure recruitment excellence.

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in Talent Acquisition, with proven expertise in recruitment within the UAE market (Retail recruitment an advantage).