Talent Acquisition Trainee - Digital

Job description / Role

Who we are
We are a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East. With more than 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by offering service excellence to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are moving fast from a traditional distributor and retailer for luxury in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere.

To fuel the next stage of our growth we are looking to build a world class team. From physical retail through to supply chain and customer loyalty, we aim to use technology and data to continuously improve every aspect of our operations. We are looking for top talent to join us on this journey of exploring new horizons together.

What you'll be doing
Our TA trainee will be working closely with the Digital Talent Acquisition Team to support on sourcing candidates and administering the recruitment process across eCom, Data and Tech. The job holder is also responsible for ensuring candidates have a great experience throughout the process by regularly keeping in touch, following up and providing feedback.

• Ownership of seamless interview scheduling for multiple roles through calendar invites
• Support the Talent Partner/Manager in conducting briefing meetings with the hiring manager
• Manage applications through our career’s website in a timely manner
• Support the Talent Partner/Manager in sourcing profiles through LinkedIn recruiter for multiple roles
• Support the Talent Partner/Manager with phone screening candidates and providing feedback to hiring managers
• Assist with travel arrangements for candidates flying over to Dubai for interviews
• Provide excellent candidate care - making sure each candidate has a seamless and efficient journey through the recruitment process and is fully informed about Chalhoub Group, the role, the brand, and the process
• Provide excellent internal stakeholder management across different level and areas of the business
• Support the Talent Partner/Manager in providing comprehensive feedback to candidates for junior roles in a timely manner
• Have an analytical mindset to be able to produce reports using excel
• Be proactive with Talent Acquisition Projects – i.e. – employer branding, career fairs and digital graduate programs

Requirements

What you’ll need to succeed
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with people at all levels
• Have an analytical mindset
• Think creatively when it comes to different projects and different ways to source profiles
• Key interest in eCommerce, Tech and Data industry
• Want to have fun and keen to learn!

What we can offer you
With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.

We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.

About the Company

The Chalhoub Group is the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955. As an expert in retail, distribution and marketing services based in Dubai, the group has become a major player in the fashion, beauty and gift sectors regionally.

By blending its Middle East expertise and intimate knowledge of luxury, Chalhoub Group is building brands in the region, by offering service excellence to all its partners and a unique experience to its customers through its passionate teams.

With a growing workforce of more than 9,000 people, implemented in 14 countries, as well as the operating of over 470 retail outlets, the group's success is attributed to its most valued asset of highly skilled and dedicated teams. Professionalism and passion are what fuel the Chalhoub Group's competitive edge in today's market.

By being committed to implementing sustainable practices into their business, the Chalhoub Group has been awarded in 2013 the CSR Label from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce.