Recruiter (12 Month Contract)

Technology Innovation Institute (TII) is a publicly funded research institute, based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is home to a diverse community of leading scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and researchers from across the globe, transforming problems and roadblocks into pioneering research and technology prototypes that help move society ahead. At TII, we help society to overcome its biggest hurdles through a rigorous approach to scientific discovery and inquiry, using state-of-the-art facilities and collaboration with leading international institutions. Our rigorous discovery and inquiry-based approach helps to forge new and disruptive breakthroughs in advanced materials, autonomous robotics, cryptography, cyber security, directed energy, quantum computing and secure systems. Job Description As a Talent Acquisition Consultant at TII, you will play a critical role in identifying, attracting, and engaging high-caliber professionals to support the institute's ambitious growth and research goals. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong relationship-building skills, and an understanding of niche technology domains. Key Responsibilities: • Partner with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to understand talent needs and define job requirements. • Manage the end-to-end recruitment cycle across assigned research centers or support functions. • Proactively source and build talent pipelines for both immediate and long-term needs, using LinkedIn, Boolean searches, talent mapping, and other tools. • Screen, interview, and assess candidates for cultural and technical fit. • Coordinate interviews, feedback loops, and offer management processes. • Ensure an exceptional candidate experience at all stages of the recruitment journey. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the applicant tracking system (ATS). • Support employer branding initiatives and contribute to strategic talent attraction campaigns. • Prepare recruitment dashboards, reports, and market insights for leadership. • Stay current with market trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitor intelligence. Key Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. • 4+ years of recruitment experience, preferably within in-house talent acquisition or a recruitment consultancy. • Experience in recruiting for technical or research-related roles (STEM fields preferred). • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Proactive and results-driven mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment Familiarity with ATS platforms and sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Boolean search). • Knowledge of UAE labor laws and hiring practices is a plus. Preferred Attributes • Prior experience supporting research institutes, academia, defense, or deep tech sectors. • A strong network of technical professionals and researchers. • Passion for innovation and contributing to a high-impact mission Show more Show less