Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition - Emiratization

The purpose of the role is to spearhead the strategic nationalization program, with a technical and analytical approach towards Emiratization policies and government relations. This includes, developing and executing a nationalization strategy using data analytics.
Creating and updating Emiratization policies to comply with UAE and in particular Emiratization initiatives. Managing government relations and ensuring adherence to legal requirements and implementation of an SLA framework. Providing technical insights for HR programs like compensation and recruitment. Implementing and reporting on strategic plans, metrics and KPIs covering Emiratization initiatives and government relations operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the talent acquisition strategy for Emiratization, focusing on the attraction, development, and retention of UAE National talent.
• Collaborate with business leaders to understand workforce needs and translate them into actionable recruitment plans.
• Build strong relationships with universities, governmental bodies, and professional networks to source top Emirati talent.
• Develop and manage end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Utilise data and metrics to measure the effectiveness of recruitment strategies and continuously improve processes.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labour laws and regulations related to Emiratization policies.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to the recruitment team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Implement employer branding initiatives to position the company as an employer of choice for UAE Nationals.
• Prepare and present regular reports on recruitment metrics, candidate pipeline and hiring progress to senior management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Solid experience in talent acquisition, with a focus on Emiratization programs.
• Strong understanding of UAE labour laws and Emiratization regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful localization recruitment strategies.
• Ability to leverage data and analytics to drive decision-making and demonstrate ROI.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is preferred.
• At least 10 years of human resources experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role overseeing Emiratization and Goverment Relations.

About GMG

With a diversified portfolio of leading sports and over 500 stores globally, inspiring, and empowering active lifestyles is at the core of what we do. Our portfolio in Asia features both home-grown concepts as well as international powerhouse brands such as RSH, Sun, Sands & Sports, Nike, Columbia, Vans and more. By providing authentic, high-quality sports gear, we inspire and empower our community to live healthy and active lifestyles.

In light of our tremendous growth, we are on the lookout for vibrant, innovative, and open-minded individuals to join our rapidly growing team! Become a part of our diverse and driven workforce, where you can cultivate your creativity and contribute to pioneering initiatives in an inclusive, equal opportunity setting!