Strategic Talent Acquisition Leader — University Hiring

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

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Dubai is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage the recruitment process for both faculty and administrative roles. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, be bilingual in English and Arabic, and possess strong skills in recruitment tools and interpersonal communication. This role involves promoting the university’s employer brand and ensuring a seamless recruitment experience for candidates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Talent Acquisition function.
• Operational and analytical insight for workforce planning.
• Knowledge of university programs and operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive and manage full cycle recruitment across academic positions.
• Promote employer brand highlighting values and professional growth.
• Track and analyze hiring metrics for improvements.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Arabic)

Recruitment tools experience

Planning and organizational skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Presentation and public relations skills

Education

Masters or bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Management

Tools

LinkedIn

Job description

A leading academic institution in Dubai is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage the recruitment process for both faculty and administrative roles. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, be bilingual in English and Arabic, and possess strong skills in recruitment tools and interpersonal communication. This role involves promoting the university’s employer brand and ensuring a seamless recruitment experience for candidates.