Job Description

Head of Hiring / Recruitment Manager:

10+ years of experience

1. Workforce Planning & Requisition

Identify hiring needs based on team structure, workload, and future plans. Develop and submit job requisitions with accurate role requirements and justification. Collaborate with HR to finalize job descriptions, competencies, and grades.

2. Recruitment Process Participation

Review and shortlist candidates submitted by HR or recruiters. Conduct interviews (technical/functional) and provide timely feedback. Ensure interview questions and assessments align with job requirements. Participate in panel interviews when required.

3. Decision Making

Evaluate candidates objectively using defined criteria. Select the most suitable candidate based on skills, fit, and organizational values. Provide final hiring recommendation and submit approval through the hiring workflow.

4. Collaboration with HR/Recruitment

Maintain continuous communication with HR on hiring progress and timelines. Provide clarity on role expectations, salary ranges, and must-have competencies. Support HR in closing candidates by participating in discussions if needed.

5. Compliance & Governance

Ensure the recruitment process follows internal policies and UAE labour laws. Maintain fairness, impartiality, and confidentiality throughout the hiring process. Avoid bias and follow ethical hiring standards.

6. Onboarding Support

Prepare onboarding plans and ensure team readiness before the new hire joins. Conduct orientation to introduce the team, work style, and expectations. Provide ongoing support during probation.

7. Performance & Feedback

Monitor the new hire's performance during probation. Provide timely feedback to HR regarding progress, challenges, or concerns. Approve or reject confirmation at the end of probation based on performance.

Additional Requirements for a Hiring Manager

1. Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional HR certification is a plus (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, PHR). Technical certifications relevant to the department (for technical roles).

2. Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of recruitment lifecycle and interview techniques. Ability to define job requirements, competencies, and evaluation criteria. Experience with HR systems (ATS, HRMS, candidate tracking tools). Understanding of salary structures, job grading, and market benchmarking. Familiarity with UAE Labour Law and company hiring policies.

3. Leadership & Management Competencies

Proven ability to lead hiring decisions and manage stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously. Strong decision-making, judgment, and problem-solving skills. Ability to coach and mentor team members on interview methods.

4. Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to give clear, structured feedback to HR and candidates. Ability to represent the company professionally to external candidates.

5. Behavioral Competencies

High level of integrity and confidentiality. Strong commitment to fairness and unbiased hiring practices. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Collaboration and teamwork with HR, recruitment, and leadership.

6. Strategic Capabilities

Workforce planning and forecasting talent needs. Ability to identify skill gaps and propose hiring strategies. Supporting employer branding initiatives through positive candidate experience.

7. Vendor & Stakeholder Management

Ability to coordinate with recruitment agencies when needed. Ensure alignment between HR, Finance, and department needs. Experience managing external talent pipelines.

8. Data & Reporting

Ability to review recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, quality-of-hire, pipeline health).
Use data to improve selection methods and decision-making

Job Type: Full-time