Talent Acquisition Lead

About the opportunity

A reputable management consulting firm is looking for an experienced and driven Talent Acquisition Lead to join the team right away. In this position, you will oversee recruitment across a business cluster that includes several companies, with responsibility for bringing in high-quality talent to support ongoing growth.

The role suits a recruitment professional who is comfortable working closely with business leaders, managing stakeholders effectively, and handling the complete hiring process from sourcing through onboarding.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full hiring cycle for multiple companies within the assigned business cluster.
• Work with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and shape practical recruitment plans.
• Handle sourcing, resume review, interviews, assessment coordination, offer preparation, and onboarding support.
• Create and maintain talent pools for both immediate and future hiring requirements.
• Use a variety of sourcing methods such as LinkedIn, job portals, employee referrals, recruitment partners, and direct outreach.
• Evaluate applicants through screening calls and competency-based interviews to judge both technical ability and behavioral fit.
• Arrange interviews with hiring managers and help ensure candidates have a smooth experience throughout the process.
• Develop recruitment reports, dashboards, and hiring trackers to measure performance and progress.
• Make sure hiring practices follow internal policies and relevant labor laws.
• Improve recruitment workflows, employer reputation, and sourcing approaches over time.
• Support workforce planning by sharing market intelligence and information on talent availability.
• Partner with the HR Development Manager on strategic talent acquisition initiatives.

Qualifications and requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a similar discipline is required.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in talent acquisition.
• Hands-on experience managing the complete recruitment lifecycle.
• Background in direct sourcing and LinkedIn-based headhunting.
• Strong capability in interviewing and candidate evaluation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using ATS platforms and LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Exposure to consulting firms, holding companies, or organizations with multiple businesses is a strong advantage.
• Ability to handle several open roles at the same time.

Additional information

This is an immediate joining role based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The position is full-time and on-site.