Regional Talent Acquisition Director

We are seeking a Regional Talent Acquisition Director at a leading international company.

As the Regional Talent Acquisition Director, you will play a strategic leadership role in driving talent acquisition efforts across Middle East and Africa. You will be responsible for developing and executing hiring strategies that align with the company’s business objectives, ensuring the attraction, recruitment, and retention of top talent. Partnering with senior leadership and HR teams, you will enhance employer branding, optimize hiring processes, and implement diversity and inclusion initiatives to build a high-performing workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning:

• Develop and implement a regional talent acquisition strategy aligned with global objectives.
• Collaborate with business leaders to forecast hiring needs and build a proactive talent pipeline.
• Leverage data analytics and market intelligence to drive continuous improvements in recruitment efficiency and effectiveness.

End-to-End Recruitment Management:

• Oversee the full-cycle recruitment process, from job posting to offer acceptance.
• Lead executive search efforts for senior leadership roles, ensuring best-in-class candidate experience.
• Implement innovative sourcing strategies, including employer branding initiatives, digital recruitment, and talent communities.

Stakeholder & Leadership Collaboration:

• Partner with regional and global HR teams to align recruitment strategies with broader business goals.
• Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, providing market insights, salary benchmarking, and best hiring practices.
• Ensure a consistent and structured interview and selection process across all business units.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) in Hiring:

• Develop and execute inclusive hiring practices that attract a diverse talent pool.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to drive employer initiatives that support workplace diversity.

Employer Branding & Candidate Experience:

• Enhance the company’s reputation as an employer of choice through targeted branding campaigns and partnerships.
• Ensure a seamless and positive candidate journey from application to onboarding.

Technology & Process Optimization:

• Leverage applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment tools to streamline hiring processes.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging recruitment technologies to drive innovation.

Requirements

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 5-7 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing recruitment in a multinational or regional setting.
  

Key Competencies:

• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to mentor and develop teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities at senior levels.
• Deep understanding of recruitment best practices, employer branding, and talent market dynamics.
• Analytical mindset with experience using data-driven approaches to optimize hiring processes.
• Expertise in DEI-focused recruitment strategies and initiatives.