Talent Acquisition Advisor - Emiratization - Dubai

Hill International; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Emirati Talent Acquisition Advisor, where you'll play a vital role in shaping recruitment strategies that support Emiratisation initiatives. This dynamic position involves leading targeted recruitment efforts, building strong pipelines of Emirati candidates, and collaborating with government entities and universities. You'll also manage the full-cycle recruitment process, ensuring a positive candidate experience while maintaining data accuracy in the applicant tracking system. If you're passionate about national development and inclusive hiring, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Commitment to national development

Diverse team

Qualifications

• UAE National with 5+ years of talent acquisition experience.
• Strong knowledge of ATS platforms and Emiratisation mandates.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment efforts to attract UAE Nationals for various roles.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment process and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Cultural Awareness

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Relationship Building

Discretion and Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

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.

Role Summary:

The Emirati Talent Acquisition Advisor will play a dual role in Hill's 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 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.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• 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.