Talent Acquisition Lead

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 260,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure leader in the UAE is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Leader to manage recruitment delivery. You will lead hiring strategies, mentor junior team members, and ensure compliance across programs. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of talent acquisition experience, including 3 years in a leadership role, and expertise in nationalisation strategies in the Middle East. This position is contract-based and offers comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• 10 years in talent acquisition with at least 3 years in a leadership role within a large organization.
• Prior experience in nationalisation strategies and managing major recruitment programs in the Middle East.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment delivery and support broader hiring programs.
• Drive a metrics-led recruitment culture and track performance against KPIs.
• Mentor junior team members and uphold high standards of delivery.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Applicant tracking systems

LinkedIn Recruiter

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Manage end-to-end recruitment delivery and support broader hiring programs ensuring quality of hire speed and candidate experience are consistently high.

• Drive a metrics-led recruitment culture tracking performance against KPIs such as time-to-fill offer acceptance rates and requisition aging.
• Lead weekly hiring reviews with stakeholders presenting progress risks and solutions to ensure delivery targets are met.
• Ensure all requisitions are opened managed and closed in a timely and compliant manner across programs.
• Support the Head of Talent Acquisition in driving operational excellence across multiple recruitment programs ensuring consistency compliance and scalability.
• Build and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to monitor team performance hiring effectiveness and program outcomes.
• Deliver timely accurate and actionable insights to senior leadership to inform strategy and continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior team members and uphold high standards of delivery governance and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications :

• 10 years in talent acquisition with at least 3 years in a leadership role within a large organization.
• Prior experience of nationalisation strategies and managing major recruitment programs in the Middle East is essential.
• Prior experience within Campus recruiting would be advantageous
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel; experience with applicant tracking systems (e.g. Workday Smart Recruiters) LinkedIn Recruiter and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organized delivery-focused and metrics-driven.
• Confident adaptable and proactive in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical mindset with a passion for data and reporting accuracy.

Additional Information :

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Employment Type : Contract