Recruitment Head

We are looking for a dynamic and result-driven Recruitment Head to lead the talent acquisition function for a leading retail business in Dubai. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of recruitment experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a recruitment consultancy or executive search firm. This role will oversee end-to-end recruitment strategy, employer branding, and talent pipeline management to support the rapid growth of the retail operations.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition Strategy

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies aligned with business goals.

• Manage high-volume hiring across retail outlets, corporate, and support functions.

• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for critical and leadership roles.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Partner with senior leadership to understand workforce needs and deliver effective hiring solutions.

• Lead, mentor, and guide the recruitment team to achieve hiring targets.

• Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers on market trends, compensation, and candidate availability.

Recruitment Operations

• Drive the full-cycle recruitment process from sourcing, screening, and interviewing to offer negotiation.

• Utilize recruitment tools, ATS systems, and social platforms for efficient hiring.

• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and company policies throughout the hiring process.

Employer Branding & Market Intelligence

• Enhance the companys employer brand to attract top talent in the retail sector.

• Leverage experience in recruitment firms to map competitors, conduct talent research, and identify passive candidates.

• Represent the company at recruitment fairs, industry events, and networking platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years of recruitment experience, with at least 2 years in a recruitment consultancy or executive search firm.

• Proven experience in managing high-volume hiring in the retail or FMCG sector is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies, market mapping, and sourcing tools.

• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.

• Strong understanding of UAE labor laws and recruitment best practices.