Job Description

Overview

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Knight Frank, you will play a crucial role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to support our organization's growth and success with a focus on UAE, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. You will be responsible for developing and executing effective recruitment strategies, collaborating with hiring managers, and ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience. Your expertise in sourcing, interviewing, and evaluating candidates will be pivotal in building a talented and diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs, provide guidance on the selection process, create job descriptions, and establish candidate profiles. Develop and implement effective talent acquisition strategies to identify and attract qualified candidates for various positions within the organization. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including posting job openings, reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and securing job offers. Proactively source and engage with potential candidates through job boards, social media platforms, professional networks, and other channels. Conduct thorough screenings, competency based interviews, and assessments to evaluate candidates' qualifications, experience, and cultural fit. Share feedback with hiring managers regarding candidate suitability. Arrange candidate interviews with hiring managers. Seek and document feedback on interviewed candidates from the hiring managers and / or selection panel. Arrange for relevant approvals at various stages of the recruitment process. Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience by providing clear communication, feedback, and guidance throughout the recruitment process. Liaise with internal stakeholders to advise on competitive compensation based on local market data. Monitor and report on recruitment metrics, such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and candidate satisfaction, and make data-driven improvements to the recruitment process. Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices in talent acquisition, employer branding, and candidate sourcing methodologies. Foster relationships with external recruitment agencies, universities, and professional organizations to enhance candidate pipelines. Assist in the development and implementation of employer branding initiatives to attract top talent and promote the organization as an employer of choice. Contribute to the continuous improvement of talent acquisition processes, policies and procedures, including diversity and inclusion efforts. Ensure that all recruitment activities comply with relevant labor laws and regulations. Additional duties and tasks as required.

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). 5+ years of proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, Senior Recruiter, preferably in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Prior exposure to the real estate or consultancy industry would be advantageous. Knowledge of the MENA employment market. Experience in recruiting within the markets of UAE, and Saudi Arabia is a must. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills. Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Strong team player with the ability to build relationships. The ability to understand and make use of computers and information technology (KF Internal Systems). Software: Microsoft Office programs to a proficient level Travel: Flexible attitude towards travelling.