Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist
Location: Dubai, United Arab EmiratesEmployment Type: Full-Time
About Our ClientOur client is a highly respected, Dubai-based organisation with a workforce of over 10,000 employees. As part of its continued growth and investment in talent, the business is seeking a proactive and driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to join its established HR team, supporting recruitment across a broad range of corporate functions.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced recruiter who enjoys managing the full recruitment lifecycle within a fast-paced, high-volume environment while partnering with stakeholders to attract and secure top talent.
Key ResponsibilitiesManage the full recruitment lifecycle across a variety of corporate functions, from requisition through to onboarding.Partner closely with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, define role requirements and develop effective recruitment strategies.Source high-quality candidates through a range of channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, employee referrals and direct sourcing.Screen applications, conduct initial interviews and present qualified shortlists to hiring managers.Coordinate interviews, manage candidate communications and ensure an efficient and positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.Prepare and negotiate employment offers in line with company policies and internal approvals.Oversee pre-employment checks and onboarding activities to ensure a seamless transition for new hires.Maintain accurate recruitment data and ensure applicant tracking systems are kept up to date.Build and maintain talent pipelines for future hiring requirements.Support employer branding initiatives and represent the organisation at recruitment events where required.Ensure recruitment activities comply with internal policies and relevant employment legislation.
Candidate ProfileBachelor's degree Approximately 3–5 years of recruitment or talent acquisition experience.Previous experience recruiting for corporate functions within a large organisation is highly preferred.Experience managing the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, offer management and onboarding.Strong direct sourcing capability with experience using LinkedIn Recruiter and other recruitment platforms.Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.Clear, professional and concise communication skills, both written and verbal.English should ideally be the candidate's first language or they should possess native-level English proficiency.Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously.Proactive, solutions-focused and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.