Talent Acquisition Manager

Roles and responsibilities

The Assistant Manager, Talent Acquisition is responsible for leading the recruitment team, activities and vacancies within the Business Support and Digital Function for Al Tayer Insignia including the sourcing, selection, and hiring of staff in line with the established corporate objectives, policies, and procedures of the HR function. The role will report into the Manager, Talent Acquisition.

Desired Skills and Experience

About Us

As a leader in luxury retail in the Middle East, Al Tayer Group's retail division, Al Tayer Insignia, hosts a portfolio of some of the world’s best luxury brands in the fashion, jewellery, home and department store categories. Complementing its position in luxury retail, Al Tayer Insignia has also built new frontiers in lifestyle retail, representing leading brands in the Beauty, Home, Fashion and Hospitality sectors. Our brands include Bloomingdales, Harvey Nichols, The White Company, Missoni, Gym Shark and Armani to name just a few!

About The Role

The Assistant Manager, Talent Acquisition is responsible for leading the recruitment team, activities and vacancies within the Business Support and Digital Function for Al Tayer Insignia including the sourcing, selection, and hiring of staff in line with the established corporate objectives, policies, and procedures of the HR function. The role will report into the Manager, Talent Acquisition.

About You

We are looking for someone who has experience of recruiting in a retail and digital function, including a proven track record in hiring in tech roles, CRM, Marketing and a key understanding on the market globally. You will be able to communicate effectively and have excellent negotiation skills and be able to participate and facilitate group meetings including leading projects where required. Experience of leading a successful team in the GCC would be highly advantageous. Excellent communication and fluency in English is required. Arabic would be highly advantageous.

Desired candidate profile

1. Recruitment Strategy and Planning

• Collaborate on recruitment strategy: Work closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager and senior HR team to develop effective recruitment strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Workforce planning: Assist in analyzing hiring needs and trends, ensuring the recruitment strategy aligns with business objectives and growth plans.
• Talent pool development: Help build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs, including active and passive candidates.

2. Sourcing and Candidate Attraction

• Job posting and advertising: Manage and optimize job postings across various platforms such as job boards, social media, and company websites to attract top talent.
• Proactive sourcing: Identify and approach potential candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, talent pools, networking events, and other channels.
• Employer branding: Promote the organization’s brand as an employer of choice by highlighting company culture, benefits, and growth opportunities in job advertisements and candidate interactions.

3. Candidate Screening and Interviewing

• Resume screening: Review and evaluate resumes and applications to shortlist candidates that meet the qualifications and criteria for specific roles.
• Initial interviews: Conduct phone or video screenings to assess candidates’ skills, qualifications, and cultural fit before presenting them to hiring managers.
• Interview coordination: Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring smooth communication throughout the process.
• Candidate evaluation: Help assess candidates based on both technical qualifications and cultural fit, providing feedback to hiring managers for informed decision-making.

4. Candidate Engagement and Communication

• Communication with candidates: Maintain clear and consistent communication with candidates, ensuring they are informed throughout the hiring process, from initial contact to final offer.
• Feedback and follow-up: Provide feedback to candidates post-interviews, whether positive or constructive, and maintain engagement for future roles if necessary.
• Offer management: Assist in presenting job offers to candidates, handling salary negotiations, and addressing any questions or concerns.