Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a key role in attracting, sourcing, and hiring top-tier talent across all Alpago Group entities, including Alpago Properties, Alpago Design & Build, F1rst Motors, and Alpago Manufacturing Joinery . This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can manage the full recruitment lifecycle while upholding Alpago’s reputation as an employer of choice in the luxury sector.

We’re looking for a proactive and high-performing Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing HR team. This is a full-cycle recruitment role where you’ll own everything from sourcing to onboarding while also playing a key role in workforce planning, employer branding, and building a killer talent pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Management

• Actively source candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, internal databases, referrals, agencies, social media, and networking events.
• Use advanced sourcing techniques (Boolean search, X-ray, etc.) to reach passive talent.
• Build and maintain pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Maintain a pre-screened talent pool for urgent or recurring roles.
• Engage potential candidates through regular updates and outreach.

2. Job Posting & Advertising

• Draft accurate, appealing job descriptions in coordination with hiring managers.
• Post job ads across company platforms, LinkedIn, Bayt, Naukrigulf, Indeed, and others.
• Align job ads with employer branding and tone of voice.
• Use data to test and optimize ad performance.

3. Screening & Candidate Evaluation

• Screen resumes and shortlist candidates based on role criteria.
• Conduct initial HR interviews to assess fit and culture alignment.
• Coordinate assessments or case studies as needed.
• Share timely feedback with hiring managers and highlight red flags where necessary.

4. Interview Coordination & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Schedule and manage multi-stage interview processes smoothly.
• Guide hiring teams on interview best practices and scorecards.
• Act as the main candidate point of contact, ensuring a great experience.
• Collaborate with department heads to align hiring with approved manpower budgets.

5. Offer Management & Onboarding Support

• Prepare and roll out offers, negotiate terms, and close top candidates.
• Coordinate pre-joining documentation with HR operations, PRO/admin, and IT.
• Conduct pre-joining follow-ups to reduce drop-offs.
• Ensure a seamless onboarding experience on Day 1.

6. Employer Branding & Candidate Experience

• Lead branding efforts in collaboration with HR and marketing (content, social media, events).
• Represent the company at job fairs, campus drives, and recruitment events.
• Collect candidate feedback and improve the hiring journey.
• Create an employer image that attracts top-tier professionals.

7. Recruitment Analytics & Reporting

• Track and report recruitment metrics: time to fill, source of hire, pipeline stats, etc.
• Share weekly/monthly updates with the HR Manager and top management.
• Use data to drive smarter hiring decisions and strategy refinement.

8. Process Optimization & Compliance

• Continuously improve recruitment processes and documentation.
• Ensure all hiring activities comply with UAE labor laws and company policies.
• Coordinate with PRO/admin for visa formalities and legal requirements.

9. Manpower Planning & Strategic Support

• Align with department heads to forecast hiring needs.
• Support quarterly/annual workforce planning activities.
• Recommend improvements to org structure and role definitions.
• Assist in building internal mobility and succession frameworks.

10. Agency/Vendor Management

• Liaise with recruitment agencies for hard-to-fill or volume roles.
• Evaluate agency performance and ensure contract compliance.
• Coordinate invoicing and vendor agreements with procurement/finance teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 3–6 years of full-cycle recruitment and talent acquisition experience (in-house or agency)
• Strong sourcing skills, especially with LinkedIn, job portals, and Boolean/X-ray techniques
• Proven track record hiring across technical, corporate, and operations functions
• Good knowledge of UAE labor laws and visa/work permit processes
• Familiar with ATS tools and modern recruitment platforms
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable of handling multiple roles at once