Talent Acquisition Business Partner - Strategic Sourcing

ALEC Holdings; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in construction and engineering is looking for a Talent Acquisition Business Partner – Strategic Sourcing to drive attraction and talent initiatives. The successful candidate will lead sourcing strategies and manage a team, requiring 7+ years of experience in talent acquisition. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration, contributing to iconic projects in the UAE and Saudi.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative and supportive environment

Contribution to iconic projects

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Talent Acquisition focused on strategic sourcing and talent attraction.
• Ability to design and deliver sourcing programs through referrals and communities.
• Experience in enhancing employer brand through marketing and candidate events.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for hard-to-fill roles.
• Build talent attraction strategies through active engagement.
• Develop and maintain a Talent Bank for potential candidates.
• Collaborate with leadership to shape sourcing pipelines.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Talent attraction

Building networks

Analytical skills

Diversity and inclusion

Job description

Are you a strategic and influential Talent Acquisition professional ready to shape sourcing strategies, build talent communities, and strengthen employer engagement for a leading organisation in the construction and engineering industry?

ALEC Holdings, a leading player across the UAE and Saudi with a diverse portfolio spanning construction, fit‑out, MEP, modular solutions and more, is looking for a Talent Acquisition Business Partner – Strategic Sourcing to drive attraction, talent pipeline development, and long‑term sourcing initiatives across the business.

Why Join Us?

At ALEC Holdings, we’re about more than just building iconic structures - we’re about building exceptional careers. As a trusted partner to some of the region’s most ambitious projects, we value innovation, operational excellence, and our people. This is your opportunity to drive talent acquisition strategies that shape our future, focusing on global campaigns, proactive talent engagement, and aligning workforce plans with business growth.

About Our Team

You’ll report to the ALEC Holdings Talent Acquisition Manager in Dubai Marina, supporting strategic sourcing, talent engagement and workforce planning across ALEC Building, Head Office, and affiliated businesses in the UAE & Saudi.

You can work from any of our offices across the UAE and will only be required in the Dubai Marina Head Office for 2 days a week.

Our team is on an exciting growth journey, with expansion plans taking us from 13 to 25 members across the GCC. Collaboration, creativity, and quick delivery sit at the heart of how we work.

Guided by our pillars, we are focused on:

• Market Presence
• Strategic Sourcing
• Operational Excellence

Your Role

As the Talent Acquisition Business Partner – Strategic Sourcing, you will:

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across key business areas, supporting hard‑to‑fill and high‑priority roles.
• Build and deliver talent attraction strategies through referrals, talent pooling, and proactive engagement programmes.
• Develop and maintain a strong Talent Bank approach, ensuring runner‑up and high‑potential candidates remain connected to ALEC.
• Partner with senior leadership to understand workforce priorities and shape long‑term sourcing pipelines.
• Support employer branding and EVP activation through marketing campaigns, events, and candidate engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with business and P&C teams to align sourcing strategies with project and organisational requirements.
• Provide market insights, sourcing trends, and competitor intelligence to influence hiring decisions.
• Shape the Future: Lead your team of 3 TA professionals, driving their development and ensuring excellence.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking candidates with a strong ability to build networks and engage talent markets through both proactive sourcing and attraction strategies, across the UAE, Saudi, and key international regions.

• Experience: 7+ years in Talent Acquisition with a focus on strategic sourcing, talent attraction, and pipeline development
• Strategic Focus: Ability to design and deliver sourcing programmes across referrals, talent communities, and engagement initiatives
• Brand & Engagement: Experience designing & rolling out EVP, marketing, and candidate events to strengthen employer visibility
• Market Insight: Strong understanding of talent trends, sourcing channels, and candidate motivations within construction or engineering sectors
• Analytical Skills: Comfortable using sourcing data and talent insights to optimise outreach and attraction approaches
• Values‑Driven: Passion for diversity, equity, inclusion, and creating teams where people thrive

What We Offer

• The chance to contribute to some of the UAE’s & Saudi’s most iconic projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

Ready to Lead our Talent Acquisition Evolution?

If you’re inspired by what you’ve read and believe you’re the right fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Join ALEC Group and play a pivotal role in shaping a high‑performing team that drives our success.

Apply today and be part of something excellent!