UAE National Early Career and Emiratization Partner

• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for early talent, including internships, graduate programs, and strategic initiatives. • Develop and execute targeted recruitment strategies to attract and hire top candidates from universities, colleges, and other educational institutions. • Manage relationships with key educational institutions and strategic partners to ensure access to a diverse pool of high-potential candidates. • Build and enhance Al Futtaim's employer brand to attract top talent from various target groups. • Implement marketing strategies, including events, workshops, and campaigns, to position Al Futtaim as an employer of choice. • Participate in career fairs, networking events, and university recruitment drives to increase company visibility. • Collaborate with HR teams, hiring managers, and business leaders to understand recruitment needs and align hiring strategies with business goals. • Provide guidance and consultation on talent acquisition strategies and best practices. • Ensure seamless communication between business units and HR teams to optimize the recruitment process. • Develop strategies that align with future skill requirements to ensure new hires are equipped to drive future success. • Work with business leaders to identify key competencies needed for strategic growth plans. • Partner with talent organizations to promote the hiring and development of future skills. • Drive nationalization and localization efforts, ensuring alignment with local workforce development objectives. • Engage with local talent pools and government initiatives to support nationalization goals. • Monitor and report progress toward nationalization targets, implementing necessary actions. • Support recruitment processes ensuring fair evaluation of candidates in line with Al Futtaim’s values. • Ensure compliance with recruitment laws and best practices. • Monitor recruitment timelines to meet business needs without compromising candidate quality. • Champion diversity in recruitment by ensuring diverse talent pools are considered for all roles. • Create campaigns to attract underrepresented groups and promote an inclusive work environment. • Manage Emirati talent pools to meet business demands effectively. • Monitor KPIs for recruitment - time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and quality of hire. • Provide regular reports to senior management on recruitment progress and opportunities. • Continuously optimize recruitment processes based on data insights and feedback. • Required Skills To Be Successful: • Strong interviewing and personal assessment skills. • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. • Ability to analyze complex data and provide insights. • Proven track record in managing high-volume recruitment and niche roles. What Qualifies You For The Role: • Bachelor's degree in a professional field relevant to the business or HR. • Minimum of 5 years in HR with significant exposure to talent management and acquisition. • Experience managing university relations, internship and graduate hiring. • Experience with government partners and programs for hiring local talent. • Familiarity with hiring strategies for UAE nationals and working within a large matrix organization.