Talent Executive (UAE national - Temporary)

Job Description

Talent Executive

Main Duties

• Manage the recruiting process to meet hiring goals through the use of effective resource management by using ie the Company’s Application Tracking System (Oracle), relevant job boards and social media
• Coordinate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs in different areas and departments
• Determine selection criteria for candidates by liaising with managers and other members of staff
• Source applicants through online channels, such as LinkedIn and other professional networks as well as maintaining relationship with external recruitment and souring agencies
• Create job descriptions and interview questions that reflect the requirements for each position
• Identify and refine down the most suitable talent from available candidates
• Plan interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, assessments, and in-person interviews – if possible
• Assess candidates’ information, including CVs, portfolios and references
• Support organizing and attend job fairs and recruitment events to build a strong candidate pipeline and identify talents for the company
• Keep records of all materials used for recruitment, including interview notes and related paperwork, to share with key stakeholders

Specific Duties

• Maintain company’s policy for talent benchmarking, talent assessment and interviewing
• Maintain and implement recruitment and selection processes (resume screening, screening calls, interviews etc.)
• Reviews and reports employment applications and background checks
• Serve as brand ambassador at various events, like career fairs or on-campus recruiting events
• Represent company internally and externally at events with a goal of networking and relationship building with potential candidate communities
• Build long-term relationships with past and potential candidates
• Manage respective candidate pools to ensure qualified candidates remain engaged in current or future opportunities
• Administer and submit all hiring paperwork for new employees
• Create reports on key talent acquisition metrics
• Suggest new ideas for improving talent acquisition activities
• Other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, or similar.

Minimum Experience

• 2 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, recruitment - preferably within the Education sector.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Good work experience in talent acquisition
• Familiarity with social media, C.V. databases, and professional networks
• Experience with full-cycle recruiting, using various interview techniques and evaluation methods
• Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ie Oracle)
• Experience in using LinkedIn Talent Solutions to proactively source candidates
• Proficient in using MS Office
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Fluent English communication skills, written and oral
• Attention to detail with diligent follow up, and able to execute in a timely manner.
• Skilled in multi-tasking and handling pressure.
• Ability to think ahead and out of the box
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
• Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment

What We Offer