Recruitment Officer

Alshaya; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international franchise operator is seeking a recruitment officer in Kuwait City. The role involves screening and selecting candidates, maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders, and managing the recruitment lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have prior recruitment experience, strong communication skills, and attention to detail. Join a company known for its diverse portfolio of brands and its commitment to growth and talent development.

Qualifications

• Previous recruitment experience, preferably in IT and technology.
• Experience sourcing and screening candidates using online databases.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Effective planning and organization skills.
• Detail-oriented and service-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with stakeholders and candidates.
• Source, screen, and manage candidates through the recruitment lifecycle.
• Maintain records and reports within the applicant tracking system.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Interpersonal skills

Planning and organization

Job description

Overview

From strategic guidance to supporting the day-to-day needs of managers and employees, the Human Resources Division drives best practice across the Alshaya business. HR is segmented across generalist and specialist functions including HR services, recruitment and talent management. These are just some of the teams that support over 110 nationalities working across multiple brands and geographies. Our continued growth and expansion can only be achieved by recruiting, training and nurturing the best global talent. That's what we do. We are looking for a recruitment officer to support our expanding operations in the Middle East. This role involves screening and selecting candidates, scheduling and arranging interviews and assisting with the onboarding of new joiners.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain effective relationships with both stakeholders and candidates.
• Source, screen and manage candidates through the full recruitment lifecycle including offer for the IT and technology function.
• Create and maintain accurate records and reports within the applicant tracking system.
• Ensure department complies with company, local market and legal policies, procedures and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Previous recruitment experience, IT and technology recruitment preferred, either in-house or recruitment agency.
• Experience directly sourcing and screening candidates using online databases, job boards and LinkedIn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective planning and organisation skills
• Service oriented with a keen eye for detail.

About The Company

M.H. Alshaya Co. is a leading international franchise operator for over 70 of the world's most recognised retail brands, including Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang's, The Cheesecake Factory, Victoria's Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn, Office Depot and KidZania. The company operates over 2,500 stores across 8 divisions: Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food Service, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings, Office Supplies and Leisure & Entertainment. Alshaya's stores can currently be found in 19 markets across the Middle East and North Africa, Russia, Turkey and Europe and the company employs more than 36,000 people from over 110 nationalities.

About The Company

M.H. Alshaya is a leading international franchise operator for over 70 of the world’s most recognised retail brands including Mothercare, H&M, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, Harvey Nichols, Boots, Starbucks, The Cheesecake Factory, Vision Express, M.A.C, Victoria's Secret, Pottery Barn and Office Depot. The company operates more than 2,400 stores across 7 divisions: Fashion & Footwear, Food, Health & Beauty, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Office Supplies. Alshaya’s stores can currently be found in 19 markets across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey and Europe and it employs more than 32,000 people from over 110 nationalities.

The company has established itself as the industry leader across these territories through a combination of local market understanding and a comprehensive commitment to customer service. Growth in each of its operating divisions and brands is supported by continuous investment in talent and infrastructure. It applies best practices in retail operations, merchandising, marketing, information technology, logistics, real estate, human resources and financial controls. M.H. Alshaya is the retail business of the Alshaya Group, which was founded in Kuwait in 1890 and today represents one of the most dynamic companies in the Middle East. In addition to its retail operations, the Alshaya Group is active in a number of other sectors including real estate, automotive, hotels, trading and investments.