Talent Acquisition Lead - 6 month Contract

Peergrowth; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Urban Planning & Development is seeking a Talent Acquisition Lead for a 6-month contractual role with a strong likelihood of becoming a permanent position. The role involves managing end-to-end recruitment, mentoring Emirati recruiters, and aligning talent strategies with business goals focused on the growth and national vision objectives.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of proven talent acquisition experience in Real Estate, Construction, or Urban Development sectors.
• Strong track record of leading recruitment functions.
• Experience developing Emirati talent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead talent acquisition, ensuring timely recruitment outcomes.
• Manage and develop a team of Emirati recruiters.
• Develop and implement talent strategies supporting business goals.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Talent Strategy Development

Mentoring

Team Management

Fluency in Arabic

Job description

Client Sector:

Urban Planning & Development (Real Estate & Construction)

Role Overview:

Our client, a leading organization in the Urban Planning & Development sector, is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Lead for a 6-month contractual role, with strong potential to transition into a permanent position based on performance.

This is a critical leadership role where you will take full ownership of the talent acquisition function, manage end-to-end recruitment activities, and build capabilities within a team of Emirati recruiters. You will play a key role in strengthening the talent strategy aligned with the organization’s growth and national vision objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the talent acquisition function, ensuring delivery of high-quality, timely recruitment outcomes for diverse business units.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Emirati recruiters, enhancing their capabilities and performance.
• Develop and implement talent strategies that support business goals within the Urban Planning, Real Estate, and Construction sectors.
• Partner with senior leadership and business stakeholders to understand workforce plans and translate them into effective hiring strategies.
• Oversee recruitment processes, from sourcing and interviewing to offer management and onboarding.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and alignment with Emiratization goals.
• Build and maintain a strong network of talent within the sector to ensure a proactive approach to hiring.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 10-15 years of proven talent acquisition experience, with a focus on Real Estate, Construction, or Urban Development sectors.
• Strong track record of leading recruitment functions and teams.
• Experience working with and developing Emirati talent is highly preferred.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Fluency in Arabic (spoken and written) is essential, given the nature of the role and the need for close collaboration with Arabic-speaking stakeholders.
• Only Arabic-speaking candidates will be considered for this role, to ensure cultural and linguistic alignment in this strategic position.

Contract Details:

• Duration: 6 months (with strong potential for conversion to a full-time, permanent role based on performance)
• Location: On-site in the UAE