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Talent Acquisition Lead
Job summary
A leading organization in the Urban Planning & Development sector in the UAE is seeking a Talent Acquisition Lead for a 6-month contractual role. This critical leadership position involves ownership of the recruitment function, mentoring Emirati talent, and aligning strategies with national growth objectives.
Qualifications
- 10-15 years of proven talent acquisition experience.
- Experience with leading teams and functions in Real Estate and Urban Development.
- Fluency in Arabic is essential.
Responsibilities
- Lead the talent acquisition function with a focus on timely recruitment outcomes.
- Manage and develop a team of Emirati recruiters.
- Oversee recruitment processes from sourcing to onboarding.
Skills
Client Sector:
Urban Planning & Development (Real Estate & Construction)
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 organizations 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
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