Talent Acquisition Manager

RGH are proudly working with one of the worlds leading hospitality groups and are looking for a highly motivated and engaging Talent Acquisitions Manager, to help build their Talent Acquisitions function for their UAE operation.

The Talent Acquisition department is dedicated to the recruitment and onboarding of all new employees. They are responsible for extending beyond positions; are committed to ensuring that every new hire experiences a seamless and exceptional transition into our team.

In addition to supporting our operational departments, we strive to provide a 5-star onboarding experience for all new employees, reflecting the high standards and excellence that is known for.

Essential Duties

• Create and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent, aligning with the company's goals and workforce needs,
• Oversee the entire recruitment process, including job postings, application management, and interview coordination,
• Work closely with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment plans,
• Utilize various sourcing methods, including social media, job boards, and networking events, to identify and attract potential candidates,
• Ensure all recruitment activities comply with legal regulations and company policies,
• Produce, track and report key recruitment metrics, such as time-to-hire and cost-per-hire, to measure the effectiveness of recruitment strategies,
• Train, mentor, and oversee the recruitment team, ensuring they follow best practices and maintain high standards,
• Implement employer branding initiatives to enhance the company's image and attract high-quality candidates,
• Build and maintain relationships with recruitment agencies, educational institutions, and other external partners,
• Brief and manage recruitment agencies, ensuring adherence to best practices.

Skills / Knowledge:

• Ability to develop and implement recruitment strategies that align with the company's long-term objectives,
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage top talent and foster long-term connections within the industry,
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of recruiters, ensuring adherence to best practices and high standards,
• Proficiency in analysing recruitment metrics and data to measure the effectiveness of recruitment strategies,
• Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges and improve processes,
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and recruitment needs,
• Extensive knowledge of local labour laws and regulations to ensure compliance in all recruitment activities,
• In-depth understanding of recruitment best practices and current trends in talent acquisition,
• Awareness of industry trends and labour market dynamics to anticipate future staffing needs.

Experience:

• At least 5-7 years of experience in recruitment or human resources,
• Proven experience in leading and managing a recruitment team,
• Experience in developing and implementing recruitment strategies that align with organizational goals,
• Experience in collaborating with senior management and department heads to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment plans,
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR databases,
• Understanding of labour laws and regulations to ensure all recruitment activities are compliant.

Education:

• Ideally completed a bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.