Talent Acquisition Manager FMCG

Job Description

We are NTS Group.

The regions leading Executive Search Outplacement & Career Transition firm across the Middle East bringing over 25 years of local expertise and a track record of exceptional service for our clients and candidates. Operating from our strategically positioned offices in Dubai London and Singapore we offer a comprehensive range of services delivered by industry experts. These include Contingency & Executive Search Campaigns Outplacement & Redundancy Support RPO Projects Talent Mapping Women in Leadership & Leadership Development and our awardwinning Executive Career Transitioning Programs.

The Talent Acquisition Manager for the Middle East based in Dubai will be instrumental in shaping the companys recruitment and talent strategy to attract toptier professionals across the region. This role requires a forwardthinking HR leader with extensive experience in managing endtoend recruitment processes and developing strategies that are aligned with both business objectives and local market conditions. The Talent Acquisition Manager will oversee the recruitment function ensuring that the organization attracts the right talent to fuel its growth while fostering a dynamic and inclusive hiring culture.

What Youll be Doing

• Talent Acquisition Strategy: Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies for the Middle East region ensuring alignment with global corporate objectives while tailoring initiatives to meet local recruitment needs and market conditions.
• EndtoEnd Recruitment: Lead the recruitment process from sourcing to onboarding ensuring a seamless candidate experience and successful talent acquisition at all levels within the company.
• Workforce Planning: Collaborate with business leaders to forecast hiring needs develop recruitment plans and ensure that the company has the talent necessary to support its growth and strategic goals.
• Candidate Sourcing: Utilize innovative sourcing techniques to attract top talent including digital recruitment platforms social media networking and employer branding strategies.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Promote diversity and inclusion within the hiring process ensuring a diverse talent pool that reflects the companys values and business objectives.
• Team Leadership: Lead mentor and develop a highperforming talent acquisition team ensuring effective collaboration and a resultsdriven culture.
• Recruitment Metrics: Track and report on key recruitment metrics to measure performance identify areas for improvement and optimize the recruitment process for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Employer Branding: Collaborate with marketing and HR teams to strengthen the companys employer brand ensuring that the company is positioned as an employer of choice within the FMCG industry.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with hiring managers department heads and external recruitment partners to ensure smooth coordination and alignment of recruitment strategies across all functions.

Who You Are

• Experience: Minimum 710 years of talent acquisition experience with at least 35 years in a leadership role ideally within the FMCG or consumer goods industry. Proven track record of success in the Middle East region.
• Regional Expertise: Indepth understanding of recruitment practices and talent trends in the Middle East particularly in the UAE with experience handling diverse and complex hiring needs.
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and people management abilities with experience leading large crossfunctional and multicultural teams.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute longterm recruitment strategies while remaining agile to adapt to changing organizational and market needs.
• Sourcing Expertise: Proficiency in using digital platforms social media and innovative sourcing techniques to attract and engage top talent.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret recruitment data measure performance and optimize processes for maximum impact and efficiency.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior leadership local teams and external partners.
• Education: Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field. A relevant masters degree is preferred.
• Languages: Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Due to the large number of applications we receive we can only respond to candidates who have been shortlisted for the position. If you havent had a response within 5 working days please assume you have not been shortlisted. Many thanks and good luck in your job search.