Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor - Dubai (Oil & Gas PMC Experience)

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for oil & gas project roles, including engineering, construction management, and technical support positions across Europe and North Africa.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and project leads to define workforce needs, build talent pipelines, and proactively address recruitment challenges.
• Source high-caliber candidates using industry-specific platforms, social media, and targeted headhunting strategies.
• Evaluate candidate qualifications against strict client and project-specific criteria, including local labor regulations and work eligibility.
• Drive competitive offer negotiation and manage closing processes to secure top talent.
• Maintain accurate records in the ATS and ensure smooth coordination of interviews and feedback loops.
• Partner with visa/mobilization teams and HR to ensure seamless onboarding and compliance for international placements.
• Continuously contribute to process improvement and innovations in talent acquisition strategies within the Oil & Gas vertical.
• Serve as a mentor to junior recruitment team members as needed.

As a Talent Acquisition Advisor, you will need to demonstrate the following competencies/skills:

• In-depth market knowledge of the PMC and Oil & Gas sectors in Europe and North Africa, including labor laws, salary benchmarks, and key talent hubs.
• Demonstrated success recruiting for technical and project roles in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Ability to manage multiple vacancies and stakeholders across multiple countries simultaneously.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillscapable of engaging confidently with senior leadership and project executives.
• Creative and strategic thinker with a proactive approach to sourcing and talent engagement.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and personal accountability in handling confidential recruitment matters.