Job Title: Director / VP / SVP – Talent Acquisition
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Work Style: On-site
Reports To: Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Business Unit Stakeholders
Experience: 18 to 25 years

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 18–25 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, including at leadership levels.
• Proven success in managing volume recruitment across diverse sectors and geographies.
• Demonstrated ability to scale hiring operations across entry-level to senior leadership roles.
• Strong experience with recruitment vendor management and onboarding, with a global outlook—especially across India, UAE, the Middle East, and beyond.
• Track record of working in both corporate HR and recruitment agency environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management, team leadership, and execution capabilities.
• Strategic mindset with hands-on delivery strength and operational efficiency.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Talent Acquisition leader to join the group as Director / VP / SVP – Talent Acquisition. The role demands an agile recruitment strategist with a deep understanding of high-volume, cross-functional, and cross-sector hiring across global geographies. This leader will be instrumental in driving hiring excellence at all levels—from entry-level to C-suite—and will work in close partnership with CHRO and key business stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage end-to-end talent acquisition strategy across multiple business verticals and international locations.
• Spearhead high-volume hiring initiatives across various functions, including technical, operational, support, and leadership roles.
• Build and lead a high-performing in-house TA team while also acting as an effective individual contributor when required.
• Achieve recruitment KPIs, ensuring quality hiring within defined timelines.
• Onboard and manage recruitment partners and agencies to scale hiring efforts effectively across countries and sectors.
• Leverage prior experience both as an in-house HR professional and within recruitment agencies to optimize vendor partnerships.
• Develop innovative sourcing strategies for niche, hard-to-fill, and leadership roles.
• Stay current on hiring trends, talent intelligence, and employer branding to enhance the Group’s talent appeal.
• Ensure a best-in-class candidate experience and align recruitment practices with organizational values and DEI goals.