Talent Acquisition Specialist

Tanqeeb; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist to execute recruitment across multiple entities, sourcing, attracting, and interviewing qualified candidates, aligned with staffing needs.

You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, manage interview processes in Microsoft D365, build a talent pipeline for critical roles, and support employer branding through events and partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• Master's degree or HR certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a weekly recruitment tracker and updated applicant list.
• Hold monthly workforce planning meetings with department heads.
• Review compensation reports and benchmark against market pay.
• Work to reduce turnover and improve retention across group entities.
• Manage interview process for office and non-office staff; update evaluation forms in D365.
• Build and maintain a talent pipeline for critical roles and support employer branding.

Skills

Talent sourcing

Interviewing

Stakeholder collaboration

Sourcing methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA

Masters or HR certification (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office D365

MS Office Suite

Job description

I) Job Objectives

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for executing recruitment and hiring efforts across multiple entities within the organization. This role involves sourcing, attracting, and interviewing qualified candidates to meet the organization's staffing needs. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to streamline recruitment activities and promote the employer's brand.

II) Responsibilities and Duties

Recruitment Tracker Update:Produce a revised recruitment tracker on a weekly basis. Maintain an updated applicant tracking list for all job openings. Monthly Workforce Planning:

Hold monthly meetings with heads of departments to discuss current openings, and align the requirements outlined in the Manpower Requisition Forms to ensure the sourcing of suitable candidates and their retention.

Market-Based Compensation Revision:

Review quarterly reports on compensation, benchmarked against the market, and highlight any significant discrepancy or challenges related to market pay.

Turnover & Retention Rate:

Work to reduce the turnover rate and improve employee retention across the group entities by taking proactive measures, participating in mentorship programs, and providing support to new hires.

Talent Acquisition Process: Utilize various sourcing methods, e.g. job boards, social media, networking, etc. Manage the interview process, ensuring applicants have a pleasant and welcoming experience. Conduct interviews for both office and non-office staff and complete the interview assessment form accurately. To effectively manage the interview process in Microsoft Office D365, initiate a recruitment project, maintain accurate applicant records, coordinate interview schedules, dispatch invitations and notifications, and ensure timely updates to evaluation forms within the ERP system D365. Collaborate with the Head of Department to conclude interview feedback and ensure timely communication with candidates. Build and maintain a talent pipeline for critical and recurring roles. Support employer branding initiatives through career fairs, social media, and partnerships. Perform any other tasks as directed by the Management.

III) Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (master's degree or HR certification is a plus). Proven experience (5-6 years) in Talent Acquisition, preferably in a multi-entity or group structure. Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point).