Head of TA

Job description / Role

The Head of Talent Acquisition will be responsible for leading and executing our talent acquisition strategy to attract, hire, and retain top-tier talent. This role will work closely with senior leadership to understand the organisation's needs and develop effective recruiting strategies to support our growth objectives.

Client Details

The client is a leading construction business based in Jeddah KSA, as the TA Head you will report directly to the CHRO of the company and come from a strong construction background as well as having strong ability to attract top tier talent.

Description

The Key Responsibilities will include:

* Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with the company's growth objectives and organizational culture.
* Team Management: Lead, mentor, and manage the talent acquisition team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
* Recruitment Strategy: Create and execute innovative recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates for a variety of roles, including executive, technical, and operational positions.
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with senior leaders and hiring managers to understand workforce needs and provide consultative support throughout the hiring process.
* Process Improvement: Continuously assess and improve recruiting processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes.
* Employer Branding: Develop and promote the company's employer brand to attract top talent and maintain a positive reputation in the job market.
* Data-Driven Decisions: Utilise data and analytics to track recruiting metrics, identify trends, and make informed decisions to drive recruitment success.
* Diversity and Inclusion: Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives to ensure a diverse talent pool and equitable hiring practices.
* Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

Job Offer
A competitive package+ company benefits

The Successful candidate will have/be

* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree or HR certification preferred.
* Proven experience (5+ years) in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
* Strong understanding of recruiting methodologies, labour market trends, and best practices.
* Exceptional leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
* Proficiency in recruiting software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
* Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.