Contract Recruiter (Project-Based)

We re looking for a Contract Recruiter to join our dynamic global Talent Acquisition team in Dubai and support a defined hiring project. This is a project-based engagement. What You ll Do: • Own end-to-end recruitment for the project s open roles, from intake through sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer, and close. • Partner closely with hiring managers and senior stakeholders to understand role requirements and offer strategic guidance that supports informed hiring decisions. • Build and execute sourcing strategies to attract high-quality talent across the globe. • Conduct market analysis and share insights on talent pools, salary benchmarks, and hiring trends. • Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders to align on hiring needs, headcount, and timelines. • Ensure a fair, equitable, and engaging approach to attracting and assessing candidates. • Track and report on recruitment metrics, using data to optimize your pipeline and meet project deadlines. • Deliver an excellent candidate experience throughout the hiring process. • Maintain accurate and timely records in our applicant tracking system. • Provide a clean handover of pipelines, documentation, and learnings at the end of the project. What You Need For This Role: • A valid UAE work visa that permits you to work on a freelance or contract basis. Candidates must hold their own visa; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this engagement. • 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, ideally with a track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments. • Proven experience managing high-volume or multi-role hiring projects to tight deadlines. • Confidence working autonomously and taking accountability for outcome, but also working together with a team and collaborating across projects. • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise stakeholders. • Fluency in English. • Solid understanding of the EMEA and APAC talent market. • Experience working with diverse teams and cultures. • Ability to think both strategically and tactically, balancing project goals with day-to-day execution. • Immediate or short-notice availability. What Will Make Us Really Love You: • You have an eye for detail. • You thrive on teamwork but also bring a driven, goal-oriented spirit. • You have a positive attitude and appreciate the growth that comes from challenges. • You are coachable and can take on and implement feedback quickly. • You engage with internal and external stakeholders in a positive and approachable way. • You consistently deliver strong results through collaboration and dedication. • You hit the ground running and need minimal onboarding to become productive. • • A valid UAE work visa that permits you to work on a freelance or contract basis. Candidates must hold their own visa; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this engagement. • 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, ideally with a track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments. • Proven experience managing high-volume or multi-role hiring projects to tight deadlines. • Confidence working autonomously and taking accountability for outcome, but also working together with a team and collaborating across projects. • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise stakeholders. • Fluency in English. • Solid understanding of the EMEA and APAC talent market. • Experience working with diverse teams and cultures. • Ability to think both strategically and tactically, balancing project goals with day-to-day execution. • Immediate or short-notice availability.