Human Resources Business Partner

Confidential; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Jeddah is seeking an HR Business Partner - Talent Acquisition to lead end-to-end recruitment, align workforce planning with business goals, and advise senior leadership on market trends. You will drive direct sourcing, build talent pipelines, and optimize recruitment analytics to support growth.

As part of a strategic HRBP team, you will manage multi-channel sourcing, collaborate with HR on onboarding, ensure compliance, and continuously improve candidate experience and hiring

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Talent Acquisition or HRBP/TA roles.
• Direct candidate sourcing and headhunting experience.
• Bachelor's in HR or related field; SHRM-CP/PHR/CIPD is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Recruitment: Lead full-lifecycle recruitment for mid-level, senior, and specialized positions.
• Proactive Sourcing: Execute multi-channel sourcing strategies to build a robust candidate pipeline.
• Employer Branding: Represent the company at career fairs and events to attract talent.
• Stakeholder Management: Partner with department heads to forecast hiring needs and define specs.
• Talent Advisory: Guide leadership on market trends, salary benchmarks, and hiring strategies.
• Onboarding & Experience: Ensure smooth transition from offer to onboarding.
• Process Optimization & Metrics: Track Time-to-Fill, Cost-per-Hire, and other KPIs.
• Compliance: Adhere to local labor laws and internal governance.

Skills

Direct sourcing

Headhunting

Stakeholder mgmt

Analytical mindset

Excel & HR reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

SHRM-CP/PHR/CIPD a plus

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Boolean search

Job description

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven HR Business Partner - Talent Acquisition to oversee and drive end-to-end recruitment strategies while aligning workforce planning with overall business goals. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, leveraging deep expertise in direct candidate sourcing, talent pipeline creation, and recruitment analytics. You will bridge proactive sourcing execution with broader HR initiatives, ensuring the organization attracts, hires, and retains top-tier talent.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Talent Acquisition & Sourcing

• End-to-End Recruitment: Lead full-lifecycle recruitment for mid-level, senior, and specialized positions across multiple business units.
• Proactive Sourcing: Execute multi-channel sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, headhunting, professional networks, job boards, and employee referral programs to build a robust candidate pipeline.
• Employer Branding: Represent the company at career fairs and industry networking events, enhancing employer brand presence to attract top industry talent.

HR Business Partnership

• Stakeholder Management: Partner closely with department heads and hiring managers to understand team dynamics, forecast hiring needs, and establish precise job specifications.
• Talent Advisory: Provide expert guidance to leadership on market trends, salary benchmarking, candidate availability, and competitive hiring strategies.
• Onboarding & Experience: Collaborate with the HR team to ensure a seamless transition from candidate offer acceptance to employee onboarding and integration.

Process Optimization & Metrics

• Metrics & Analytics: Track and analyze key recruitment metrics (e.g., Time-to-Fill, Cost-per-Hire, Quality of Hire, Source Efficiency) to continuously refine acquisition processes.
• ATS Management: Maintain high data integrity and manage candidate workflows within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Compliance: Ensure all recruitment practices adhere to local labor laws, employment standards, and internal corporate governance.

Qualifications & Key Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, Talent Sourcing, or dual HRBP/TA roles.
• Sourcing Expertise: Demonstrated track record of successful direct candidate sourcing and headhunting for niche or challenging roles.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field (SHRM-CP, PHR, or CIPD certification is a strong plus).
• System Proficiency: Strong hands-on experience with modern Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and advanced search techniques (Boolean logic).
• Skills:
• Exceptional interpersonal, interviewing, and negotiation skills.
• Strong business acumen and capability to align recruitment strategy with organizational objectives.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel and HR reporting tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.