Talent Acquisition Associate

Bayut | dubizzle; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online classifieds company in the UAE is seeking an Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage end-to-end recruitment. In this fast-paced role, you'll source and engage high-quality talent both locally and globally, ensuring a positive candidate experience. You will collaborate closely with hiring teams and utilize diverse sourcing strategies to fulfill recruitment needs. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of recruitment experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to talent acquisition.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Annual air ticket allowance

Employee discounts at multiple vendors

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in sourcing, preferably in-house or within a search firm.
• Experience in sales or technology recruitment roles.
• Strong understanding of tech recruitment trends and industry terminology.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source and engage top external talent using diverse methods.
• Screen and shortlist candidates via initial phone interviews.
• Collaborate with hiring teams to understand role requirements.

Skills

Sourcing

Screening candidates

Communication skills

Relationship building

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (Workable)

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Bayut & dubizzle have the unique distinction of being iconic, homegrown brands with a strong presence across the seven emirates in the UAE. Connecting millions of users across the country, we are committed to delivering the best online search experience. As part of Dubizzle Group, we are alongside some of the strongest classified brands in the market. With a collective strength of 5 brands, we have more than 123 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs. At dubizzle you’ll be part of high performing cross‑functional “Squads” set with a mission to provide win‑win exchanges for our beloved users.

As an Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be responsible for end‑to‑end recruitment activity and support for some of our key sales and technical business functions. This will be achieved through employing traditional and modern sourcing strategies to ensure we are hiring the best possible talent, whilst actively living our values. In this role, you will:

Responsibilities

• Proactively source and engage top external talent—both locally and globally—through diverse sourcing methods including headhunting, job advertising, social media platforms, and employee referrals.
• Screen and shortlist candidates by conducting initial phone interviews and administering relevant assessments.
• Maintain strong candidate relationships throughout the recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a positive experience.
• Collaborate closely with hiring teams to understand role requirements and maintain strong working relationships with line managers.
• Provide consistent weekly updates to hiring managers on recruitment progress and candidate pipelines.
• Ensure full adherence to the recruitment process, starting from requisition approval to final hiring decisions.
• Update and maintain the Applicant Tracking System (Workable) with candidate information, interview notes, and feedback.
• Prepare and deliver recruitment reports and metrics as required by the business.
• Update the recruitment tracker regularly and discuss hiring progress with the Talent Acquisition Team Lead.
• Provide recruitment support to other business areas when needed.
• Support and execute employer branding initiatives to strengthen the company’s visibility and attractiveness in the talent market.
• Stay informed on current sourcing trends and best practices to continuously enhance recruitment strategies.

A fast paced, high performing team. Multicultural environment with over 60 different nationalities Competitive Tax‑free Salary Comprehensive Health Insurance Annual Air Ticket Allowance Employee discounts at multiple vendors across the Emirates Rewards & Recognitions Learning & Development #UAEdubizzle

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in sourcing, either in‑house or within a search firm (experience in both is preferred).
• At least 2 years of hands‑on recruitment experience in sales or technology roles.
• Strong understanding of tech recruitment trends, role requirements, and industry terminology.
• Experience sourcing talent for companies in the online classifieds, digital, or e‑commerce sectors.
• Proven ability to use a wide range of sourcing channels (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, social platforms) to attract high‑quality tech talent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• A proactive, results‑driven approach to sourcing and hiring high‑performing technical candidates.