Talent Acquisition Executive

CDHorizon United Arab Emirates; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UAE is looking for a Talent Acquisition Executive to enhance their Human Resources team. This role will focus on recruiting top technical talent in the heavy equipment industry, requiring 3-5 years of relevant experience and strong industry connections. Responsibilities include managing the recruitment process, stakeholder engagement, and data analytics to drive strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or recruitment.
• Well-versed in technical recruitment, preferably in heavy equipment or similar industry.
• Proven track record of networking with technical professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle recruitment for technical roles within heavy equipment.
• Strategically source candidates via networks and specialized forums.
• Screen and evaluate applicants for fit and competence.
• Advise hiring managers on recruitment progress and market insights.
• Coordinate interviews, ensuring a positive experience for candidates.
• Negotiate offers and manage on-boarding processes.
• Execute recruitment advertising campaigns to enhance employer visibility.
• Analyze recruitment metrics to evaluate effectiveness.

Skills

Industry Network

Business Acumen

Analytical Mindset

Exceptional Communicator

Service‑Oriented

Self‑Driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a strategic and well-connected Talent Acquisition Executive to join our Human Resources team. This role is critical in driving our growth by identifying, attracting, and securing top-tier technical talent, with a specific focus on the heavy equipment sector. The ideal candidate will be a proactive partner to business leaders, leveraging deep industry knowledge, a robust professional network, and data‑driven insights to build a sustainable talent pipeline that aligns with our ambitious organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Full‑Cycle Technical Recruitment: Lead the end‑to‑end recruitment process for technical roles, with a emphasis on engineering, manufacturing, service, and support positions within the heavy equipment industry.
• Strategic Sourcing & Talent Mapping: Proactively source passive and active candidates through advanced channels, including leveraging a strong existing network, industry associations, and specialized technical forums.
• Candidate Assessment & Selection: Screen and evaluate applicants for technical competence, cultural fit, and overall suitability, managing the candidate flow from application to offer.
• Stakeholder Partnership: Act as a strategic advisor to hiring managers, liaising on recruitment progress, market intelligence, and candidate calibration to ensure alignment on requirements and selection.
• Interview Coordination: Efficiently arrange and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers, facilitating a thorough and positive assessment experience for all parties.
• Offer Negotiation & Onboarding: Manage the offer process, including negotiating contracts and terms of employment, to secure top talent and ensure a smooth transition into CDhorizon.
• Employer Branding & Campaigns: Develop and execute targeted recruitment advertising campaigns to enhance CDhorizon's visibility and attractiveness as an employer of choice in the technical and heavy equipment space.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Compile and analyze recruitment metrics to generate insightful reports on KPIs such as time‑to‑fill, source effectiveness, advertising ROI, and quality of hire.
• System Management: Maintain impeccable, up‑to‑date records within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or designated databases, ensuring data integrity for tracking and reporting purposes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3‑5 years of progressive experience in a dedicated talent acquisition or recruitment role.
• Must be well‑versed in technical recruitment, with a strong preference for direct experience within the heavy equipment, industrial machinery, automotive, or a closely related manufacturing industry.
• Proven track record of building and leveraging a strong network of technical professionals.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Industry Network: Established and active connections within the heavy equipment industry to enable direct sourcing and talent pipelining.
• Business Acumen: Strong business sensitivity and the ability to understand technical roles and how they contribute to organizational objectives.
• Analytical Mindset: Excellent logical thinking, data processing, and analytical skills to drive strategic recruitment decisions.
• Exceptional Communicator: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; outgoing, amiable, and able to build rapport with diverse candidates and stakeholders.
• Service‑Oriented: A strong sense of service and partnership, with a collaborative and responsible approach.
• Self‑Driven: A proactive, results‑oriented professional with high accountability and the ability to manage multiple priorities autonomously.
• Language Proficiency: Professional working proficiency in English is required.