Talent Acquisition Manager

Talent Acquisition ManagerRole PurposeTo lead and manage the end-to-end recruitment function, develop talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives, and build a high-performing recruitment team that attracts and secures top-tier talent across all levels and functions.Key ResponsibilitiesTalent Acquisition StrategyDesign and implement a proactive talent acquisition strategy aligned with organizational growth plans and workforce needs.Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles across all business units.Develop employer branding initiatives to position the organization as an employer of choice in the market.Executive & Senior HiringLead the end-to-end recruitment process for senior and leadership roles, including sourcing, assessment, offer negotiation, and onboarding coordination.Partner with executive leadership to understand hiring needs and provide strategic talent advisory.Team LeadershipManage, coach, and develop a team of recruiters and talent acquisition specialists.Set individual KPIs, monitor performance, and ensure consistent delivery against hiring targets.Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and candidate experience excellence.Workforce PlanningCollaborate with HR Business Partners and department heads to forecast hiring needs and develop headcount plans.Analyze talent market trends and provide data-driven insights to support workforce decisions.Stakeholder ManagementAct as a trusted advisor to business leaders on talent acquisition matters, market intelligence, and hiring best practices.Manage relationships with recruitment agencies, job boards, and strategic sourcing partners.Process & TechnologyOptimize recruitment processes, tools, and ATS systems to improve efficiency and candidate experience.Define and track key recruitment metrics including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, offer acceptance rate, and quality of hire.Qualifications & RequirementsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field7+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a managerial roleProven track record in executive hiring and managing large-scale recruitment campaignsStrong knowledge of Saudi labor market, Saudization requirements, and Qiwa/MHRSD regulationsProficiency in ATS systems and recruitment analytics toolsExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills in Arabic and EnglishPreferred:Experience in staffing, RPO, or managed services environmentsFamiliarity with competency-based interviewing frameworksProfessional HR certification (SHRM, CIPD, or equivalent)