Talent Acquisition Advisor - Emiratization - Abu Dhabi

Hill International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill International invites applications for the role of Talent Acquisition Advisor in Abu Dhabi. This position will focus on recruiting UAE Nationals to support Emiratisation initiatives, managing the full recruitment cycle while engaging with various stakeholders. Candidates should have relevant educational qualifications and at least five years of experience in talent acquisition, particularly in the construction or engineering sectors. Join a leading company committed to diversity and national development within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Commitment to inclusive hiring

Access to a diverse team

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• UAE National (mandatory).
• Minimum 5 years of talent acquisition experience, ideally within construction or engineering sectors.
• Demonstrated success in Emirati talent sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment efforts to attract UAE Nationals.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment process, liaising with hiring managers.
• Maintain recruitment data accuracy in ATS.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural awareness

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

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.
• 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.

Talent Acquisition Advisor • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates