Job Purpose
The Senior Officer - Talent Acquisition is primarily responsible for performing all aspects of recruitment and staffing. The role requires maintaining strict confidentiality and integrity while ensuring a high level of service to both internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Support recruitment operations and ensure vacancies are filled within agreed timelines.
- Source candidates through various recruitment portals.
- Advertise vacancies on external platforms such as LinkedIn and Bayt.
- Screen candidates and schedule interviews.
- Conduct reference checks and other pre-employment activities.
- Manage sourcing and interviews for assigned positions.
- Participate actively in candidate assessments and provide detailed evaluations against job requirements.
- Support Emiratization initiatives and ensure MOHRE targets are achieved.
- Ensure salary and CTC calculations align with Korn Ferry guidelines.
- Verify all approved documentation, including budget approvals, before proceeding with hiring.
- Prepare and issue offer letters.
- Prepare new starter checklists and coordinate with line managers before joining.
- Create new joiner e-files and hand over to payroll prior to employee commencement.
- Conduct employee orientation and induction sessions.
- Coordinate with the visa processing team to ensure timely completion of onboarding requirements.
- Coordinate with payroll regarding internal transfers and promotions.
- Ensure compliance with company recruitment policies and UAE Labour Law.
- Provide weekly recruitment reports to business unit heads.
- Develop talent acquisition practices that improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Participate in weekly meetings and provide recruitment updates.
- Represent the organization at job fairs and career events.
- Coordinate with universities and educational institutions for internship programs.
- Manage internship programs end-to-end.
- Support annual job description review exercises.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or a related field.
- Additional talent acquisition or recruitment-related certifications/training preferred.
Experience & Skills
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Human Resources.
- Knowledge of UAE Labour Law.
- Familiarity with recruitment platforms and professional networking channels.
- Strong computer literacy and HR systems proficiency.
- Customer-focused approach.
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
