Talent Acquisition Advisor - Emiratization

Hill International (Middle East) Ltd.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Emirati Talent Acquisition Advisor to lead recruitment initiatives focused on UAE Nationals. This role offers the opportunity to engage with local talent, manage the full-cycle recruitment process, and ensure compliance with Emiratisation mandates. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's hiring strategy while collaborating with various stakeholders. Join a diverse and forward-thinking team committed to national development and inclusive hiring practices. If you are passionate about talent acquisition and want to make a significant impact in the construction sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Diverse team

Commitment to national development

Inclusive hiring practices

Qualifications

• UAE National with 5+ years of talent acquisition experience.
• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment efforts for UAE Nationals and manage ATS data accuracy.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and represent the company at events.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

Secondary School, Intermediate School, Bachelor of Business Administration, Any Graduation

Nationality: Any

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Company Overview:

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance.

Role Summary:

The Emirati Talent Acquisition Advisor will play a dual role in Hills regional Talent Acquisition function: leading the identification and recruitment of UAE National talent in line with Emiratisation initiatives, while also supporting broader recruitment activities across various business units. Additionally, the advisor will manage data accuracy and system efficiency within the applicant tracking system (ATS), contributing to recruitment operations and reporting.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead targeted recruitment efforts to attract and engage UAE Nationals across Hill International's UAE-based projects and corporate functions.
• Build strong pipelines of qualified Emirati candidates for ongoing and future hiring needs.
• Partner with government entities (e.g., NAFIS, MOHRE), universities, and national development programs to support Emiratisation.
• Represent Hill at Emiratisation-focused events, job fairs, and university partnerships.
• Ensure all Emirati recruitment is aligned with client and regulatory requirements.

General Talent Acquisition:

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for assigned roles including job briefings, sourcing, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding coordination.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to define job requirements and advise on best practices for attracting and selecting talent.
• Conduct direct sourcing through job boards, social media, internal databases, and referrals.
• Ensure timely and professional communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Support continuous improvement of recruitment processes and candidate experience.

System & Data Management:

• Maintain accuracy and completeness of recruitment data in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Generate and analyze recruitment reports, metrics, and dashboards, with a focus on Emiratisation data.
• Work with the HR and TA teams to ensure system updates, workflows, and candidate records are correctly maintained.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Cultural awareness and ability to engage UAE National candidates meaningfully.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in approach.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• UAE National (mandatory)
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of talent acquisition experience, ideally within construction, engineering, or consulting industries
• Demonstrated success in Emirati talent sourcing and engagement
• Strong knowledge of ATS platforms and recruitment data/reporting
• Familiarity with local labour law and Emiratisation mandates

Why Join Hill International?

• Join a globally recognized PMCM leader committed to national development and inclusive hiring.
• Play a key role in shaping Hill's Emiratisation strategy.
• Work in a collaborative, diverse, and forward-thinking team.

Employment Type: Full Time

Company Industry:

• Construction
• Civil Engineering

Department / Functional Area:

• HR
• Human Relations
• Industrial Relations

Keywords:

• Recruitment
• Talent Acquisition
• ATS
• Human Resources
• Labour Law
• Hr
• End To End Recruitment
• Sourcing
• Negotiations
• Interviewing Candidates
• Onboarding