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talent acquisition manager

Emirates Investment Authority

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Purpose</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
The Talent Acquisition Manager is responsible for designing and executing a forward-looking, digitally and AI enabled talent acquisition strategy that ensures the organization attracts world-class investment and corporate talent. The role leads end-to-end hiring across the organisation. This includes driving a strong Emiratization agenda and ensuring alignment with the organization's long-term workforce strategy.</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
This position plays a critical role in transforming the recruitment function through AI-driven sourcing tools, automation, workforce analytics, and HR chatbots, ensuring an optimized, data-rich, and candidate-centric recruitment experience suitable for a sovereign wealth fund operating in global financial markets.</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Strategic Responsibilities</h3><ul><li> 
Develop and execute an enterprise-wide Talent Acquisition Strategy that supports long-term capability needs with a clear strategy on sourcing qualified talent from the industry</li><li>Lead the digital transformation of recruitment, integrating AI-enabled screening, predictive analytics, automated workflows, and talent intelligence to enhance quality of hire and reduce cycle times.</li><li>Drive a proactive Emiratization hiring strategy, providing opportunities for UAE National talent.</li><li>Partner with senior leadership, business heads, and the HR team to forecast workforce needs and translate them into structured hiring plans.</li><li>Drive the Employer Branding Strategy, positioning EIA as an employer of choice locally and globally by leveraging institutional brand equity, digital content, talent communities, and industry partnerships.</li><li>Establish governance for all talent acquisition processes, ensuring alignment with internal policies, Board governance, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>(In conjunction with relevant corporate functions) define and maintain a governance framework for AI in Talent Acquisition, covering data usage, vendor selection, performance monitoring, and improving / phasing-out tools that no longer meet quality or risk standards.</li><li>Ensure hiring complies with data privacy regulations, and EIA policies, including transparency, fairness, non-discrimination, and candidate due-process standards.</li><li>Build Human In the Loop processes to ensure recruitment related roles remain augmented (not displaced) by AI augmented as well ongoing human skill development in talent acquisition</li><li>Lead manpower planning and workforce demand forecasting in collaboration with business leaders and Finance, ensuring alignment with investment strategy and approved headcount plans.</li><li>Support organization design and role structuring, including job design, span of control, and headcount optimization.</li><li>Manage and monitor the Talent Acquisition budget, ensuring cost-effective hiring, vendor spend discipline, and alignment with approved workforce plans.</li></ul> 
Core Responsibilities<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
 1. End-to-End Recruitment Management
</h3><ul><li>Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle: job design, sourcing, assessments, interview management, offers, onboarding, and post-hire integration.</li><li>Ensure AI-augmented candidate screening and shortlisting using ATS algorithms, skill-based matching, and chatbot-enabled candidate engagement.</li><li>Maintain strong hiring processes for senior, specialist, and investment roles including due diligence, reference checks, and assessment centre management.</li><li>Embed competency-based and behaviour-based selection methodologies aligned with organizational values and investment-industry expectations.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
2. Talent Intelligence, Analytics &amp; Reporting</h3><ul><li>Build and maintain advanced Talent Acquisition dashboards covering hiring trends, pipeline analytics, time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness, and workforce forecasting.</li><li>Apply predictive analytics to analyse attrition risks, talent gaps, and long-term hiring needs.</li><li>Provide market insights on compensation, investment sector mobility, and talent availability.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
3. Emiratization &amp; National Talent Development</h3><ul><li>Lead targeted strategies to identify, attract, assess, and onboard UAE Nationals across all business units.</li><li>Establish partnerships with universities, scholarship programs, and government entities to build strong national pipelines.</li><li>Align hiring practices with Emiratization KPIs, national reporting requirements, and relevant governance structures.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
4. Employer Branding &amp; Talent Pipelines</h3><ul><li>Build global and local talent communities for ongoing talent needs such as UAE National investment professionals.</li><li>Promote internships, analyst programs, early careers initiatives, and UAE National rotational programs.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
5. Vendor &amp; Technology Management</h3><ul><li>Oversee partnerships with recruitment agencies, executive search firms, assessment vendors, and technology providers.</li><li>Evaluate and implement AI, automation, and recruitment-tech platforms (ATS, CRM, assessment tools) to enhance efficiency and decision quality.</li><li>Ensure vendor performance meets agreed-upon SLAs and governance requirements.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
 6. Manpower Planning, Budgeting &amp; Organization Design</h3><ul><li>Execute annual and multi-year manpower planning cycles and translate approved plans into hiring roadmaps.</li><li>Partner with Finance to manage recruitment-related budgets, track spend, and optimize cost efficiency.</li><li>Support organizational structure changes, role creation, and headcount approvals in line with governance requirements.</li><li>Provide data-driven insights on workforce capacity, hiring prioritization, and organizational effectiveness.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
6. Governance, Compliance &amp; Quality Assurance</h3><ul><li>Work with relevant internal functions such as Risk Management, Legal, IT and HR Enablement to ensure all recruitment practices comply with Emiratization requirements, audit guidelines, and internal HR policies.</li><li>Maintain detailed documentation for audits, risk reviews, and process transparency.</li><li>Reduce hiring-related risks through strong controls, structured assessments, and data accuracy.</li><li>Ensure best practice management of AI tools including transparency, bias management, and accountability.</li><li>Monitor and validate AI and algorithmic models used in Talent Acquisition, including performance, accuracy, and fairness metrics; manage recalibration, retraining, or retirement where needed.</li><li>Maintain documentation of AI models and tools used in recruitment, including purpose, data sources, key assumptions, known limitations, and controls.</li><li>Undertake regular audits or AI-enabled processes to monitor for bias, accuracy, privacy and acceptable use</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
People &amp; Leadership Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the Talent Acquisition team to ensure capability growth, AI literacy, and operational excellence.</li><li>Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, service excellence, and accountability.</li><li>Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management and business leaders on workforce planning, hiring decisions, and market insights.</li><li>Build strong cross-functional relationships with HR, Legal, Finance, Risk, Audit, and Investment teams.
</li></ul>Requirements<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Education &amp; Qualifications</h3><ul><li> 
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.</li><li>Master&rsquo;s degree or professional certifications (CIPD, SHRM, ATD) preferred.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Experience Requirements</h3><ul><li> 
8-12 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.</li><li>Solid experience of recruitment for indirect and direct investment professionals in a regulated environment as well as corporate functions for financial services organisations.
</li><li>Experience predominantly gained in-house ideally in a Sovereign Wealth Fund, investment / asset management company, investment bank.
</li><li>UAE inhouse experience</li><li>Experience using AI, automation, and data analytics in recruitment.</li><li>Strong track record managing Emiratization programs.</li></ul></div>

Talent Acquisition Manager (UAEN)

Property Shop Investment LLC

Job Summary:We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Officer to join our team and take ownership of the end-to-end recruitment process. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and hiring top talent while ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience. This role requires strong communication, networking, and organizational skills to attract and retain the best professionals in the industry.Key Responsibilities: Recruitment &amp; Sourcing:<ul><li>Develop and execute effective talent acquisition strategies to meet company hiring needs.</li><li>Source, screen, and shortlist candidates through various channels, including job portals, social media, networking, and referrals.</li><li>Build and maintain a talent pipeline for future hiring needs.</li><li>Collaborate with hiring managers to understand job requirements and candidate expectations.</li></ul>Candidate Management:<ul><li>Conduct initial screening interviews to assess candidate suitability.</li><li>Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring managers and leadership.</li><li>Provide feedback and updates to candidates throughout the recruitment process.</li><li>Ensure a positive candidate experience by maintaining professionalism and responsiveness.</li></ul>Employer Branding &amp; Talent Attraction:<ul><li>Promote the company's employer brand and work culture to attract top talent.</li><li>Manage and update job postings across platforms, ensuring consistency and accuracy.</li><li>Participate in job fairs, career events, and networking activities to expand the talent pool.</li></ul>Recruitment Operations &amp; Compliance:<ul><li>Maintain and update recruitment reports, databases, and applicant tracking systems.</li><li>Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies in all hiring practices.</li><li>Assist in negotiating offers, preparing employment contracts, and onboarding new hires.</li><li>Continuously improve recruitment processes for efficiency and effectiveness.</li></ul>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):<ul><li>Time to Hire: Average duration from job posting to offer acceptance.</li><li>Quality of Hire: Performance and retention of newly hired employees.</li><li>Candidate Experience: Feedback and satisfaction ratings from candidates.</li><li>Offer Acceptance Rate: Percentage of candidates who accept job offers.</li><li>Sourcing Effectiveness: Success rate of different sourcing channels.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.</li><li>Proven experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, or HR.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple hiring needs simultaneously.</li><li>Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment tools.</li><li>Knowledge of labor laws and best hiring practices.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Up to AED5,000.00 per month

Talent Acquisition Officer

SECURETECH

Company OverviewSecureTech is a leading technology solutions provider based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), specializing in cybersecurity and IT infrastructure. We are committed to delivering innovative, secure, and scalable technology solutions that support our clients&rsquo; evolving business needs.Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist (IT Recruiter)Location: Abu Dhabi, UAEJob SummaryThe Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment activities, supporting workforce planning, and ensuring timely hiring aligned with business requirements. The role involves sourcing, screening, interviewing, onboarding coordination, and close collaboration with HR Operations, PRO, and hiring managers to ensure a smooth candidate-to-employee transition while complying with UAE labor regulations.Key ResponsibilitiesTalent Acquisition &amp; Recruitment<ul><li>Manage end-to-end recruitment for technical, operational, and support roles across the organization.</li><li>Partner with hiring managers to understand manpower requirements, job specifications, and timelines.</li><li>Prepare and post job advertisements on job portals, social media, and internal channels.</li><li>Source candidates through job portals, referrals, social networks, agencies, and direct sourcing.</li><li>Screen CVs, conduct initial interviews, and shortlist suitable candidates.</li><li>Coordinate technical and managerial interviews and collect feedback.</li><li>Maintain a strong candidate pipeline for current and future hiring needs.</li></ul>Offer Management &amp; Onboarding Coordination<ul><li>Prepare offer letters and employment documentation in coordination with HR and management approvals.</li><li>Coordinate pre-onboarding requirements including document collection (passport, visa, certificates, etc.).</li><li>Liaise with HR Operations and PRO for employment visa initiation and joining formalities.</li><li>Track joining dates and ensure timely onboarding of selected candidates.</li><li>Ensure smooth handover of candidate information to HR Operations post-joining.</li></ul>Recruitment Compliance &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Ensure recruitment activities comply with UAE labor laws and company policies.</li><li>Maintain accurate recruitment records and candidate databases.</li><li>Prepare recruitment reports including hiring status, time-to-hire, and pipeline updates.</li><li>Support audits by providing recruitment-related documentation when required.</li></ul>Employer Branding &amp; Market Intelligence<ul><li>Support employer branding initiatives to attract quality talent.</li><li>Maintain professional communication with candidates to enhance candidate experience.</li><li>Stay updated on UAE labor market trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor hiring practices.</li></ul>Coordination &amp; Stakeholder Management<ul><li>Act as a single point of contact between candidates, hiring managers, HR Operations, and PRO.</li><li>Follow up with hiring managers on interview feedback and approvals.</li><li>Coordinate bulk hiring drives when required.</li></ul>HR Support &amp; Ad-Hoc Responsibilities<ul><li>Support HR team with manpower planning and recruitment forecasting.</li><li>Assist in job fairs, walk-in interviews, and recruitment events.</li><li>Perform additional recruitment-related tasks as assigned by the Head of Department.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.</li><li>3&ndash;6 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or Recruitment (UAE experience preferred).</li><li>Strong knowledge of UAE labor market and recruitment channels.</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple positions simultaneously.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office; HRMS/ATS experience is an advantage.</li></ul>Kindly share your updated CV - &quot;jobs@securetech.ae&quot;Job Type: Full-time

Talent Acquisition Specialist

A&M INTERNATIONAL

Job Announcement &ndash; Human Resources Manager A&amp;M InternationalA&amp;M International, one of the leading companies in the United Arab Emirates, is seeking to appoint an experienced and highly competent Human Resources Manager to join its leadership team and contribute to the development of human capital and the enhancement of organizational performance.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and implement the HR strategy in alignment with the company&rsquo;s vision and objectives.</li><li>Manage recruitment and talent acquisition processes to attract and select qualified candidates.</li><li>Develop and enforce HR policies and procedures effectively.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with UAE Labor Law and related regulations.</li><li>Manage employee relations, resolve conflicts, and foster a positive work environment.</li><li>Oversee payroll, compensation, and benefits systems.</li><li>Lead performance management, training, and employee development programs.</li><li>Prepare periodic reports and present them to senior management.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Requirements:<ul><li>Minimum 7&ndash;10 years of experience in Human Resources, with proven experience within the UAE.</li><li>Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws and employment regulations.</li><li>Excellent leadership and organizational skills.</li><li>Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans.</li><li>Fluency in both Arabic and English (written and spoken).</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (professional certifications such as CIPD or SHRM are preferred).</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.</li><li>Professional and growth-oriented work environment.</li><li>Continuous professional development opportunities.</li></ul>Qualified candidates are invited to submit their CVs, mentioning &ldquo;Human Resources Manager&rdquo; in the email subject line.Job Type: Full-time

Human Resources Manager

EMPOWER ENGINEERING RESOURCES CO L.L.C

Job Summary:<ul><li>We are seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Manager to manage and oversee all HR functions within the organization. The ideal candidate will handle recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and ensure compliance with UAE labor laws.</li></ul>Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding</li><li>Develop and implement HR policies and procedures</li><li>Handle employee relations and grievance management</li><li>Oversee payroll coordination and attendance monitoring</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws</li><li>Maintain employee records and HR documentation</li><li>Support management in HR planning and decision-making</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Female candidate preferred</li><li>3&ndash;4 years of HR experience (UAE experience preferred)</li><li>Strong knowledge of UAE labor law</li><li>Excellent communication and leadership skills</li><li>Experience in recruitment and employee management</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office and HR systems</li><li>_ Master&rsquo;s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field_</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month

HR Manager

Yas Holding Aviation

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 About Yas Holding Aviation
 
 
 
 Born in the UAE, Yas Holding Aviation is a national aviation and aerospace platform established to safeguard, develop, and advance sovereign capabilities across air navigation and aerospace services. Built to protect sovereignty, enable secure connectivity, and support the nation&rsquo;s ambitions, it is designed to deliver long-term value for generations to come.
 
 
 As the aviation and aerospace platform of Yas Holding Group, Yas Holding Aviation sets strategic vision, governance frameworks, and long-term investment direction, enabling its entities to operate with clarity, accountability, and technical excellence.
 
 
 Its entities work hand in hand to deliver integrated national capability. Through Global Air Navigation Services (GANS), Yas Holding Aviation reinforces the safe, efficient, and future-ready management of airspace and air traffic. Through eshara, it advances the localization of satellite communication technologies, strengthening domestic industrial capability and secure connectivity.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the role
 
 
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 As Head of Human Resources, you will define and lead the group-wide human capital strategy across Yas Holding Aviation and its portfolio companies.
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 You will operate as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, with accountability for culture, leadership, talent, and organizational effectiveness in a complex, multi-entity environment.
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 What you&rsquo;ll do
 
 
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 Own and execute the Human Capital strategy aligned with business objectives, national workforce priorities, and long-term growth plans.
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 Lead leadership development, succession planning, and executive talent management across the group.
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 Drive organizational design, operating model evolution, and change management initiatives.
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 Establish and govern HR policies, frameworks, and compliance in line with UAE labor law and corporate governance standards.
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 Oversee talent acquisition, performance management, learning, and employee engagement at scale.
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 Lead HR integration for new ventures, mergers, or organizational restructuring.
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 Build and lead a high-performing HR leadership team with strong business-partnering capability.
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 What we&rsquo;re looking for
 
 
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 15+ years of experience
 
 in Human Resources, including
 
 executive / C-suite leadership roles
 
 in large, complex organizations.
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 Proven experience leading HR strategy within regulated, mission-critical sectors such as aviation, aerospace, defense, telecom, or infrastructure.
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 Demonstrated ability to advise Boards and Executive Committees on people, culture, and organizational matters.
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 Strong track record in organizational transformation, leadership development, and talent strategy.
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 Experience operating within group or holding-company structures preferred.
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 Deep understanding of UAE labor regulations and national workforce development priorities.
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Head of Human Resources

Grand Millennium Al Wahda

<div>As the Director of Human Resources, you play a pivotal role in overseeing and directing the Human Resources function within the property. Your primary responsibility is to ensure the overall efficiency and effectiveness of HR operations, fostering a positive and productive work environment. With a strategic mindset, you will lead initiatives to attract, develop, and retain top talent while promoting a culture that aligns with the company&rsquo;s values and goals. Your leadership will contribute to the success of the organization by nurturing a diverse and engaged workforce, implementing HR best practices, and facilitating continuous improvement in HR processes.
Key Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the overall business objectives.</li><li>
Oversee recruitment processes, ensuring the acquisition of top talent to meet staffing needs.</li><li>
Lead colleague onboarding, training, and development programs.</li><li>
Manage colleague relations, addressing concerns, and fostering a positive workplace culture.</li><li>
Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and compliance.</li><li>
Develop and enforce HR policies and procedures to maintain a compliant and ethical workplace.</li><li>
Drive initiatives for performance management and talent retention.</li><li>
Lead diversity and inclusion efforts to create an inclusive and equitable work environment.</li><li>
Collaborate with leadership to address organizational challenges and foster a high-performance culture.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations, staying updated on HR trends and best practices.</li><li>
Oversee HR-related reporting, metrics, and analytics to inform decision-making.</li><li>
Handle colleague grievances, investigations, and resolution in a fair and confidential manner.</li><li>
Foster effective communication channels between management and colleagues.</li><li>
Contribute to strategic business planning and provide HR insights for organizational growth.</li><li>
Participate in workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives.</li><li>
Operate in a safe and environmentally friendly manner to safeguard the health and safety of colleagues, as well as contribute to environmental conservation.</li><li>
Adhere to the company&rsquo;s environmental, health, and safety procedures and policies.</li></ul>
Minimum Requirements
Minimum 4 years experience as Director of Human Resources in a large 5 star hotel
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master&rsquo;s degree (MBA or MA in HR) is a plus.
Comprehensive understanding and full knowledge of the UAE labor law, regulations
Strong strategic planning, budget management, conflict resolution, interpersonal communication, and analytical skills.</div>

Director of Human Resources

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