Talent Acquisition & Onboarding - Fresh Graduate Tamheer Training

Job Title: Tamheer Trainee – Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Company: Confidential

Role Overview:

We are offering a Tamheer (On-the-Job Training) opportunity for a motivated Saudi graduate to gain hands-on experience in Talent Acquisition and Onboarding functions within a dynamic HR environment. The trainee will work closely with the Talent Acquisition and Onboarding teams to learn end-to-end recruitment processes, candidate sourcing, interview coordination, onboarding procedures, and new hire integration. This program provides a critical foundation for building a professional career in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition, offering practical exposure to real-world recruitment operations, HR systems, and stakeholder collaboration.

Key Training Areas & Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition Support

• Assist the Talent Acquisition team with full-cycle recruitment activities including job posting, candidate sourcing, and screening.
• Learn to draft and publish job advertisements across various platforms including LinkedIn, job boards, and social media.
• Support CV screening and candidate shortlisting based on job requirements and qualifications.
• Coordinate interview scheduling between candidates and hiring managers.
• Assist in maintaining candidate databases and Applicant Tracking System (ATS) records.
• Learn sourcing techniques including Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, and talent mapping.

Candidate Communication & Coordination

• Assist in communicating with candidates regarding application status, interview schedules, and offer details.
• Support the preparation of offer letters, employment contracts, and pre-joining documentation.
• Coordinate with hiring managers and department heads to understand talent requirements and provide updates.
• Learn to conduct initial phone screening calls under the guidance of senior recruiters.
• Maintain professional and timely communication with all candidates throughout the recruitment cycle.

Onboarding Support

• Assist the Onboarding team in preparing new hire welcome kits, documentation, and orientation materials.
• Support the coordination of new hire orientation sessions and induction programs.
• Help with the collection and verification of new hire documents including IDs, certificates, and employment eligibility documentation.
• Assist in setting up new employee profiles on HR systems and ensuring data accuracy.
• Coordinate with IT, Administration, and relevant departments to ensure new hires have access to tools, systems, and workspaces.
• Support the tracking and follow-up of probation period evaluations and new hire feedback.

HR Administration & Documentation

• Assist with general HR administration tasks including filing, data entry, and document management.
• Learn to use HR Information Systems (HRIS) and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) for recruitment and onboarding activities.
• Support the preparation of recruitment reports, metrics, and dashboards.
• Maintain organized records of recruitment activities, candidate files, and onboarding documentation.
• Assist in updating recruitment trackers and onboarding checklists.

Employer Branding & Market Research

• Support employer branding initiatives including social media content and career page updates.
• Assist in research on market trends, salary benchmarking, and competitor hiring activities.
• Participate in career fairs, university engagement events, and recruitment campaigns.
• Learn about Saudization requirements, Nitaqat compliance, and labor market regulations.

Learning & Development

• Participate in training sessions, workshops, and mentoring activities to develop HR and recruitment competencies.
• Observe and learn from experienced Talent Acquisition professionals in interviews, negotiations, and stakeholder management.
• Develop an understanding of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and candidate assessment methodologies.
• Gain exposure to recruitment compliance, labor law, and workforce planning principles.

Qualifications:

• Saudi national (mandatory, as per Tamheer program requirements).
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management Information Systems (MIS), Management, or a related field.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• Proficiency in Arabic is required.
• Fresh graduate or with less than one year of professional experience.
• Must not be currently employed in the public or private sector.
• Must be registered in the Tamheer program through the HRDF (Human Resources Development Fund) portal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with LinkedIn and social media platforms is preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eager to learn and develop professional HR skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive attitude and self-motivated.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Professional demeanor and confidentiality.
• Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Strong interest in Talent Acquisition and Human Resources as a career path.

Program Details:

• Program: Tamheer (On-the-Job Training) through HRDF.
• Duration: 3–6 months (as per Tamheer program guidelines).
• Monthly Stipend: SAR 3,000 (paid by HRDF).
• Training Certificate: Issued upon successful completion of the program.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the Tamheer program, the trainee will have gained practical experience in:

• Full-cycle recruitment processes and talent sourcing techniques.
• Candidate screening, interview coordination, and offer management.
• Onboarding procedures and new hire integration processes.
• HR systems, ATS platforms, and recruitment data management.
• Employer branding and recruitment marketing.
• Professional communication with candidates and hiring managers.
• Saudi labor law fundamentals, Saudization requirements, and Nitaqat compliance.