Recruitment Manager

Job description / Role

Description

This is a position within Keller Executive Search and not with one of its clients.

This senior position will lead recruitment for Keller Executive Search in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, shaping strategy, building scalable processes, and partnering across the firm to deliver measurable impact.

Key responsibilities:

• Define the recruitment vision, roadmap, and annual operating plan aligned to business goals.
• Build and lead a high-performing recruitment team; set clear objectives and coach managers.
• Own recruitment KPIs and reporting; drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Establish scalable policies, processes, and tooling for recruitment across regions.
• Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver outcomes.
• Manage budgets, vendors, and risk within the recruitment portfolio.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in recruitment with 4+ years leading managers.
• Proven track record building programs at regional or global scale.
• Strong analytical skills; ability to translate data into decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant certification preferred.
• Experience in professional services or recruitment industry is an advantage.

Benefits

• Salary range: AED 430,000–AED 530,000
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Company culture: flat management structure with direct access to decision-makers. Open communication environment.

Equal employment opportunity statement

Employment practices comply with the UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021) and anti-discrimination provisions (Federal Decree-Law No. 2 of 2015). All qualified applicants are evaluated based on merit and role requirements.

Commitment to diversity

An inclusive and diverse environment supports performance. Recruitment and progression decisions are based on qualifications and business needs.

Data protection and privacy

Personal data is processed solely for recruitment in accordance with the UAE Personal Data Protection Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021) and applicable regulations.

Pay equity

Pay practices are based on job-related criteria and seek to ensure fairness and non-discrimination consistent with UAE law.

Health and safety

Occupational health and safety obligations under applicable UAE regulations are observed to maintain a safe workplace.

Compliance with law

Employment complies with all applicable UAE laws and regulations.