Job Description

PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATION:





Drive strategic recruitment initiatives that enable the organization to attract, engage, and hire top Retail talent, ensuring alignment with business objectives and workforce development goals.



KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:



Successful Hiring Across Retail


Deliver a consistent pipeline of qualified candidates for retail roles, ensuring timely and quality hires that meet workforce targets

Strategic Talent Partnerships

Establish and maintain trusted relationships with HR, hiring managers, and other stakeholders to anticipate future talent needs and influence workforce planning

Enhanced Employer Brand
Position the organization as an employer of choice by leveraging partnerships and utilizing targeted platforms and networks

Proactive Talent Pooling

Build and sustain talent pools for critical roles, reducing time-to-hire and ensuring readiness for business needs

Seamless Candidate Experience

Ensure every candidate interaction reflects professionalism and care, from initial engagement through onboarding, resulting in a positive candidate experience and strong employer reputation

Data-Driven Recruitment Decisions

Maintain accurate recruitment data and deliver regular KPI reports to inform leadership decisions and continuously improve hiring strategies

Operational Excellence in Recruitment

Guarantee smooth coordination of interviews and administrative processes, minimizing delays and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES


:


Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills to engage candidates and influence stakeholders effectively Ability to prioritize and manage multiple recruitment projects simultaneously Adopts an action-oriented approach, anticipating hiring needs and collaborating closely with HR and hiring managers to deliver timely solutions Applies behavioural interviewing techniques to assess candidate fit and ensure quality hires. Exercises sound judgment and maintains strict confidentiality in handling sensitive candidate and organizational information. Advanced skills in MS Office and experience with applicant tracking systems and recruiting ERP platforms (SuccessFactors preferred). Possesses a persuasive, communicative, and flexible personality to build trust and drive alignment across stakeholders True team player with exceptional planning, organizing, and reporting capabilities to ensure recruitment excellence




REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:






Education: Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field Experience: Minimum of 3 years in Talent Acquisition, with proven expertise in recruitment within the UAE market (Retail recruitment an advantage)

AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE'S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.




COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..


OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.


INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.


TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.


INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company's standards.


RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.

AT ADIDAS, WE STRONGLY BELIEVE THAT EMBEDDING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI) INTO OUR CULTURE AND TALENT PROCESSES GIVES OUR EMPLOYEES A SENSE OF BELONGING AND OUR BRAND A REAL COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE.

- CULTURE STARTS WITH PEOPLE, IT STARTS WITH YOU -

BY RECRUITING TALENT AND DEVELOPING OUR PEOPLE TO REFLECT THE RICH DIVERSITY OF OUR CONSUMERS AND COMMUNITIES, WE FOSTER A CULTURE OF INCLUSION THAT ENGAGES OUR EMPLOYEES AND AUTHENTICALLY CONNECTS OUR BRAND WITH OUR CONSUMERS.

JOB TITLE:
Sr. Specialist Talent Acquisition Retail UAE
BRAND:
LOCATION:
Dubai
TEAM:
People & Culture
STATE:
Duba
COUNTRY/REGION:
AE
CONTRACT TYPE:
Full time
NUMBER:
538253
DATE:
Dec 10, 2025