We have an opportunity for a Recruitment Consultant to be based in UAE (either in Abu Dhabi or Dubai). Must have 5 years of experience in UAE as a Recruiter.
Responsibilities:
- Understand and assess the specific needs of each client or assignment, ensuring a tailored recruitment approach.
- Maintain ongoing communication with clients to ensure expectations are met throughout the process.
- Actively source and identify suitable candidates using a range of tools such as job boards, LinkedIn, social media, networking, and internal databases.
- Leverage Boolean search techniques, recruitment software, and headhunting to find passive and active candidates.
- Build and maintain a network of potential candidates for current and future job openings.
- Review CVs and applications to ensure they match client job specifications.
- Conduct initial screenings via phone or video interviews to assess candidates qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
- Provide candidates with a comprehensive understanding of the job, client organization, and role expectations.
- Coordinate the entire recruitment process, from scheduling interviews to managing communications between candidates and clients.
- Ensure timely follow-ups with both clients and candidates at each stage of the process (e.g., post-interview feedback, offer discussions).
- Act as an intermediary in the offer negotiation process, ensuring alignment between candidates salary expectations and client offers.
- Manage offer acceptance and finalize employment arrangements, including start dates, benefits, and other details.
- Keep an up-to-date database of candidates for current and future roles.
- Regularly engage with candidates in the database to keep them informed about new opportunities, while maintaining relationships for long-term success.
- Stay in touch with both clients and candidates after the placement to ensure satisfaction and address any initial concerns.
- Provide support and ensure the smooth transition of the candidate into the new role.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Education: A degree in business, human resources, or a related field
- Experience: Proven experience in recruitment, ideally in a similar industry.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with clients and candidates.
- Negotiation Skills: Strong ability to negotiate salaries, benefits, and terms of employment.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to find creative solutions to recruitment challenges.
- Organizational Skills: Strong time management and organizational abilities to handle multiple roles at once.
- IT Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with recruitment software/tools.
