Head of People & Talent Acquisition

We have partnered with a boutique, ultra-luxury real estate developer in Dubai to hire a Head of People & Talent Acquisition on a confidential basis. The business is backed by a well-established name in regional property and is growing quickly, with a significant hiring plan ahead. Reporting directly to the CEO, this hire will own the People function end to end and build it to support the next stage of growth.This suits a senior HR leader who still likes to do the work: someone who has personally closed senior hires, run a generalist function, and is comfortable working closely with owners in a high-discretion environment. We will also consider strong talent acquisition leaders who are not yet ready for the full HR remit.About the role:Leading all hiring activity, from workforce planning and sourcing through to senior and executive hiring, offer negotiation and onboardingRunning the full HR function, covering policy, compensation and benefits, performance, employee relations and cultureKeeping the business compliant with UAE labour law, visa and mobility requirementsBuilding People processes and infrastructure that scale with a boutique business without turning it corporateManaging a small TA and HR team, which may include oversight of hiring for private household staffWorking closely with the CEO and principals on organisational prioritiesAbout you:10+ years in HR, with a track record of building or leading a generalist functionHands-on senior hiring experience, delivered personally rather than only through a teamBackground in real estate or constructionUAE or GCC experience preferred, with working knowledge of local labour law and visa processesDiscreet and credible, operating close to owners and senior stakeholders