Talent Acquisition Advisor - Emiratization - Dubai

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

Job summary

A global project management firm in Dubai is seeking an Emirati Talent Acquisition Advisor to lead the recruitment of UAE National talent in adherence with Emiratisation initiatives. This role involves managing data accuracy in the ATS and supporting recruitment across various business units. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, with at least 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, particularly in construction or engineering. Join a diverse team dedicated to national development.

Benefits

Collaborative and diverse work environment

Key role in shaping Emiratisation strategy

Qualifications

• UAE National (mandatory)
• Minimum 5 years of talent acquisition experience
• Strong knowledge of ATS platforms

Responsibilities

• Lead targeted recruitment of UAE Nationals.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment process.
• Maintain accuracy of recruitment data in ATS.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Organized and detail-oriented

Ability to multitask

High level of discretion and professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field

Job description

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. For more information on Hill please visit our website at .

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

Emirati Talent Acquisition Focus

• Lead targeted recruitment efforts to attract and engage UAE Nationals across Hill Internationals UAEbased 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 Emiratisationfocused events job fairs and university partnerships.
• Ensure all Emirati recruitment is aligned with client and regulatory requirements.

General Talent Acquisition

• Manage the fullcycle 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.

Key Skills & Competencies

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

Qualifications Experience Knowledge and Skills

• UAE National (mandatory)
• Bachelors 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 Hills Emiratisation strategy.
• Work in a collaborative diverse and forwardthinking team.