Talent Acquisition Specialist

About the Job:

We are seeking a highly skilled Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in attracting, sourcing, and hiring top talent while ensuring an exceptional candidate experience. This role requires strong communication skills, knowledge of recruitment strategies, and the ability to collaborate with multiple teams to support workforce planning and business growth.

Key Responsibilities/Deliverables:

• Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies to attract top candidates for various roles.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and create job descriptions.
• Utilize job boards, social media, networking events, and employee referrals to source candidates.
• Conduct initial interviews to assess candidate qualifications, cultural fit, and career aspirations.
• Coordinate interview processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for candidates and hiring teams.
• Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS) with accurate and timely candidate information.
• Build and maintain a talent pipeline for critical roles and future hiring needs.
• Partner with HR and management to enhance employer branding and recruitment marketing efforts.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and employment laws related to recruitment.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, or HR within a corporate or agency setting.
• Strong understanding of recruitment strategies, employer branding, and candidate engagement.
• Experience in engineering, construction, or consultancy industries is an advantage.
• Regional experience in the Saudi market is required.

Language Proficiency Requirements:

Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required.

Knowledge and Functional Competencies:

• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
• Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn, job boards, and other recruitment tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment projects and meet tight deadlines.
• A proactive and strategic approach to talent acquisition and workforce planning.

What We Offer:

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development, continuous learning and growth, and career advancement.
• Work with diverse and talented professionals from various backgrounds and colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.
• Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and is excited about our future.

DAR Engineering is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, marital status, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Thank you for considering a career with us. We appreciate all applications; however, only candidates selected for further evaluation will be contacted. We encourage you to regularly check for updates and explore future opportunities with DAR Engineering. Best of luck!

Company Description:

DAR Engineering is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy firm providing design, architecture, engineering, project management, construction management, and planning services across a broad range of sectors. We assist national governments, international organizations, and private sector companies by delivering comprehensive solutions with global expertise.

For more information about DAR, please visit https://www.dar-engineering.com