Executive Search Recruiter

Executive Search Recruiter Location: Dubai, UAE – On-site Contract: 12 months, with the possibility of a permanent opportunity based on performance We’re looking for an experienced Executive Search Recruiter to join a fast-paced talent acquisition team in Dubai. This role requires someone with a strong recruitment agency background who can independently manage senior-level searches, build credibility with stakeholders, and identify high-calibre talent through targeted headhunting and market mapping. You’ll be trusted to take ownership of your searches, anticipate what needs to be done, and move things forward without waiting for step-by-step instructions. Key Responsibilities • Manage executive and senior-level searches from briefing through to candidate delivery. • Partner with senior stakeholders to understand business needs, role requirements, and hiring priorities. • Provide market insight and advise stakeholders on talent availability, competitor activity, and realistic search strategies. • Proactively identify and approach passive candidates through headhunting, referrals, networking, and market mapping. • Build and maintain strong pipelines of senior and specialist talent. • Conduct detailed candidate interviews and prepare high-quality shortlists and candidate profiles. • Manage candidates throughout the process, ensuring a professional and engaging experience. • Keep searches moving by identifying challenges early and recommending practical solutions. • Manage multiple assignments across different business areas while maintaining quality and urgency. Requirements • Previous experience working in a recruitment agency or executive search firm is essential. • Proven experience delivering senior-level or executive searches. • Strong stakeholder management skills, including confidence working with senior leaders and hiring managers. • Excellent headhunting, market mapping, and Boolean search capabilities. • Highly proactive, resourceful, and comfortable working with minimal supervision. • Strong judgement and the ability to challenge, advise, and manage expectations professionally. • Excellent candidate management and communication skills. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment. • Previous recruitment experience within the Middle East is strongly preferred. • Experience managing searches across multiple functions or industries would be an advantage. This is an initial 12-month contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent position based on performance and business requirements. Show more Show less

Previous experience working in a recruitment agency or executive search firm is essential. Proven experience delivering senior-level or executive searches. Strong stakeholder management skills, including confidence working with senior leaders and hiring managers. Excellent headhunting, market mapping, and Boolean search capabilities. Highly proactive, resourceful, and comfortable working with minimal supervision. Strong judgement and the ability to challenge, advise, and manage expectations professionally. Excellent candidate management and communication skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment. Previous recruitment experience within the Middle East is strongly preferred. Experience managing searches across multiple functions or industries would be an advantage.

Manage executive and senior-level searches from briefing through to candidate delivery. Partner with senior stakeholders to understand business needs, role requirements, and hiring priorities. Provide market insight and advise stakeholders on talent availability, competitor activity, and realistic search strategies. Proactively identify and approach passive candidates through headhunting, referrals, networking, and market mapping. Build and maintain strong pipelines of senior and specialist talent. Conduct detailed candidate interviews and prepare high-quality shortlists and candidate profiles. Manage candidates throughout the process, ensuring a professional and engaging experience. Keep searches moving by identifying challenges early and recommending practical solutions. Manage multiple assignments across different business areas while maintaining quality and urgency.