Talent Acquisition Executive

Source and build talent pipelines for junior to mid-level positions across the business through proactive headhunting, LinkedIn searches, job boards, social media, university partnerships, and employee referrals

Own and manage the Burson Graduate Programme end-to-end, including sourcing graduate talent, coordinating assessment processes, liaising with universities, and ensuring a best-in-class candidate experience

Schedule and coordinate interviews across multiple stakeholders and time zones, managing complex diaries and ensuring seamless interview experiences for all candidates and hiring managers

Screen CVs and applications, conduct initial phone interviews, and maintain accurate candidate records and pipeline status updates in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Prepare and extend offer letters, conduct comprehensive reference checks, and manage the offer acceptance process while addressing candidate queries and negotiations

Support new hire onboarding by coordinating pre-employment documentation, employment contracts, background checks, and ensuring all compliance and regulatory requirements are met

Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, develop compelling job advertisements, and provide market insights on junior to mid-level talent availability and competitive positioning

Track and report on recruitment metrics including time-to-hire, source effectiveness, pipeline health, and candidate experience feedback to support continuous improvement of hiring processes

Desired Candidate Profile

1-2 years of recruitment or talent acquisition experience, preferably within a professional services environment, communications agency, or in-house recruitment team

Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, with strong ability to manage candidate data and generate pipeline reports

Demonstrated experience sourcing and building talent pipelines for junior to mid-level positions, with creative approaches to identifying and engaging candidates

Proven ability to manage high-volume interview scheduling across multiple stakeholders, with exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional, candidate-focused approach and ability to build relationships with universities and early career talent communities

Experience supporting graduate recruitment programmes, campus hiring initiatives, or early careers talent attraction is highly desirable

Understanding of UAE employment regulations, visa processes, and compliance requirements, with knowledge of Emiratisation initiatives considered a strong advantage

Self-motivated and results-oriented with a collaborative mindset, ability to work under pressure, and genuine passion for connecting great people with exciting opportunities