Talent Acquisition Specialist

ENOC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas company in Dubai is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to implement sourcing strategies and manage recruitment processes. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in HR Talent Acquisition, strong negotiation and communication skills, and a thorough understanding of UAE Labor Law. You will work closely with internal teams, external agencies, and industry partners to attract and retain talent. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic HR operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years or more of relevant experience in HR Talent Acquisition.
• Thorough understanding of the roles and role requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver annual recruitment plans for technical and non-technical roles.
• Communicate outcomes and next steps to applicants.
• Oversee overseas recruitment vendors and ensure contract compliance.
• Provide monthly recruitment progress reports.

Skills

Screening and evaluation of CVs

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Understanding of UAE Labor Law

Experience with recruitment agencies

Education

Bachelor’s or Higher Diploma in HR or equivalent

Professional certification such as CIPD

Job description

Job Purpose:

Implement group-wide sourcing and talent acquisition strategies to ensure timely availability of talent aligned with business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Execution

• Deliver annual recruitment plans for technical and non-technical roles, aligned with Emiratization goals.
• Source candidates via multiple channels and portals.
• Screen, shortlist, and coordinate interviews with HRBPs and business heads.
• Communicate outcomes and next steps to applicants.
• Maintain strong relationships with recruitment agencies and external partners.
• Manage end-to-end assessment and selection processes with fairness and objectivity.
• Recommend recruitment methods and alternatives.
• Prepare cost analyses and proposals for campaigns.
• Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping in recruitment systems.
• Develop job specs, recruiting materials, and evaluation tools.
• Coordinate temporary staffing and monitor associated costs.
• Oversee overseas recruitment vendors and ensure contract compliance.
• Prepare and negotiate offers, finalize contracts, and confirm joining dates.
• Provide monthly recruitment progress reports and maintain ATS updates.
• Evaluate recruitment challenges and suggest improvements.
• Track selection method effectiveness and adapt as needed.
• Stay compliant with changing legislative and regulatory requirements.

Strategic & Operational Excellence

• Stay updated on recruitment trends and market conditions.
• Implement approved policies, systems, and standards.
• Support leadership development processes and talent reviews.
• Mitigate domain risks through Enterprise Risk Management practices.
• Innovate tools and techniques to improve recruitment efficiency.
• Recommend process improvements based on best practices.

Relationship Management

• Build strong internal and external relationships with departments, vendors, and peers.
• Collaborate with consulting firms and third-party providers (e.g., job portals, assessment centers).
• Engage with industry peers for market insights and knowledge sharing.

Reporting & Analytics

• Support weekly/monthly SLA compliance reporting.
• Maintain quarterly dashboards and collect HR data for management reviews.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Higher Diploma degree in HR or equivalent
• Professional certification such as CIPD is preferred.

Experience Requirements:

• 3 years or more of relevant experience in HR Talent Acquisition
• Skills Required:
• Thorough understanding of the roles and role requirements
• Ability to conduct proper screening and evaluation of CVs
• Ability to use online systems and portals in sourcing candidates
• Ability to work with external agencies
• Ability to be a good communicator and negotiator
• Ability to conduct assessments for hiring
• Thorough understanding of UAE Labor Law.