Talent Research & Sourcing Associate

Mark Williams Recruitment; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mark Williams Recruitment in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Associate Consultant to support executive search across Technology, Strategy & Consulting, Finance, Corporate Functions and Emiratization.

You will conduct market research, talent mapping, candidate sourcing, headhunting, screening, and shortlist preparation, working closely with senior consultants to identify and engage high-caliber talent, ensuring a professional candidate experience throughout the process.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in agency recruitment, consultancy or executive search

Responsibilities

• Conduct market mapping and talent research to identify target companies and candidate pools
• Source and engage candidates through direct headhunting, LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, and internal databases
• Perform detailed candidate screening interviews to assess qualifications, experience, motivations, and fit against client requirements
• Prepare candidate shortlists, assessment summaries, and search documentation to support client presentations
• Maintain accurate candidate records within the CRM and ATS
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines across multiple industries and functional disciplines
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and talent movements to provide market intelligence
• Coordinate interview scheduling and ensure timely communication throughout the recruitment process
• Support consultants in managing search assignments from initiation to completion
• Ensure recruitment activities are delivered with accuracy, professionalism and attention to detail

Skills

Candidate sourcing

Market research

Head hunting

Screening interviews

CRM/ATS

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS platforms

Job boards

Job description

Mark Williams Recruitment in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Associate Consultant to support executive search across Technology, Strategy & Consulting, Finance, Corporate Functions and Emiratization.

You will conduct market research, talent mapping, candidate sourcing, headhunting, screening, and shortlist preparation, working closely with senior consultants to identify and engage high-caliber talent, ensuring a professional candidate experience throughout the process.