Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist Middle East

Are you an experienced recruiter who thrives in an international environment and enjoys building strong partnerships with hiring managers across multiple countries? Do you have a passion for attracting top talent and helping an organization achieve its growth ambitions in the Middle East? If you are looking for a role where you can combine strategic workforce planning with hands-on recruitment delivery across a fast-growing region, Haskoning could be the perfect place for you.

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist Middle East, you will be responsible for attracting, engaging, and hiring top talent across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, and Jordan. Based in our Dubai office, you will work closely with business leaders and hiring managers across the region, providing recruitment expertise and helping shape our talent acquisition strategy while delivering an excellent candidate experience. Proactively source and attract candidates through channels such as LinkedIn, social media, talent communities, industry events, employee referrals, and networking activities. Partner with hiring managers and business leaders across the Middle East to provide recruitment best practices, market insights, and guidance throughout the hiring process. Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and stakeholder engagement. Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies and recruitment campaigns to build strong talent pipelines across the region. Drive workforce planning initiatives and advise leaders on talent availability, salary benchmarking, and market trends within the Middle East. Continuously improve recruitment processes, systems, and candidate experiences to support business growth.

You are a proactive and customer-focused recruitment professional who enjoys building relationships and delivering results in a multicultural and dynamic environment. You combine strong stakeholder management skills with a strategic mindset and are always looking for innovative ways to attract talent. Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or Recruitment. Proven experience recruiting within the engineering, technical consultancy, construction, infrastructure, or professional services sector. Experience recruiting across the Middle East and a solid understanding of the UAE and GCC labour markets. Strong track record of successfully sourcing and hiring high-quality candidates across multiple disciplines and countries. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience using applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and recruitment technologies. Fluent in English.

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

Regional impact: Take ownership of recruitment across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, and Jordan. Strategic partnership: Work directly with business leaders to shape hiring decisions and workforce plans. Autonomy and responsibility: Manage your own vacancies, stakeholders, and sourcing strategies. Career development: Access global projects, training opportunities, and international Talent Acquisition networks. Advanced recruitment technology: Work with AI-powered sourcing, selection and assessment tools, LinkedIn Recruiter, talent intelligence, and employer branding solutions. Inclusive culture: Join a collaborative, international team where people and growth come first.

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world. We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 145 years of expertise. With over 7,000 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. As our new Talent Acquisition Specialist Middle East, you will be based in Dubai and become part of the global Talent Acquisition team. You will work closely with business leaders and colleagues across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, and Jordan, supporting the recruitment of highly skilled professionals who help deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for our clients. The team is collaborative, ambitious, and committed to creating an outstanding hiring experience for both candidates and hiring managers.