Overview
Senior Manager Talent Acquisition (Emirati) at Talents Tide — Dubai, United Arab Emirates. **Job Title:** Senior Manager Talent Acquisition (Emirati) **Location:** Dubai **Employment Type:** Full‑Time **Department:** Human Resources **Client:** Dubai Government **Grade:** 14 ## **About the Role** We are seeking an experienced **Senior Manager Talent Acquisition** to lead our recruitment function and ensure the organization attracts, hires, and retains exceptional talent. The ideal candidate will bring strategic thinking, industry knowledge, and strong leadership capabilities to build a high‑performing workforce that supports our business goals.
Full job description
Job Title: Senior Manager Talent Acquisition (Emirati) Location: Dubai Employment Type: Full‑Time Department: Human Resources Client: Dubai Government Grade: 14
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager Talent Acquisition to lead our recruitment function and ensure the organization attracts, hires, and retains exceptional talent. The ideal candidate will bring strategic thinking, industry knowledge, and strong leadership capabilities to build a high‑performing workforce that supports our business goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement recruitment strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with organizational goals.
- Lead end‑to‑end recruitment for all functions, including senior and critical roles.
- Partner with department heads to understand hiring needs and workforce plans.
- Manage sourcing channels including career portals, agencies, job fairs, and digital recruitment platforms.
- Oversee screening, shortlisting, interviewing, and candidate assessment processes.
- Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
- Monitor recruitment KPIs and ensure timely, high‑quality hiring delivery.
- Enhance employer branding initiatives to position the organization as an employer of choice.
- Ensure an excellent candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
- Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies and vendors.
- Lead onboarding programs to ensure smooth integration of new hires.
- Support succession planning, workforce analytics, and manpower forecasting.
- Ensure compliance with HR policies, labor laws, and organizational standards.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and development support to the recruitment team.
Qualifications & Experience
- At least a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5–10 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, including managing senior‑level hiring along with HR laws.
- Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, assessment tools, and sourcing strategies.
- Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRMS platforms.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong analytical mindset and data‑driven decision‑making capabilities.
Key Competencies
- Strategic Talent Acquisition
- Leadership & Team Management
- Employer Branding
- Workforce Planning
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Problem‑Solving & Decision‑Making
- Candidate Assessment
- Digital Recruitment Tools
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to influence talent strategy and shape organizational growth
- Collaborative and innovative work culture
- Professional development and career progression
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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