Contract Recruitment Consultant (m/f/d)

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Workplace type: Onsite

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A Bit About Halian

If you're thinking about your next move, think big. At Halian, you're not just taking a job, you're building a future. With nearly 30 years of experience in the industry, we’ve grown into a fast-moving, people-first company that champions talent, celebrates ambition, and creates real opportunity. Whether you're switching lanes, stepping up, or exploring something new, there’s no better place to grow than right here.

Why choose to grow with Halian? Because ambition is rewarded here, with performance-driven incentives, monthly lucky dips, unforgettable annual trips, and continuous learning to keep you ahead. We celebrate effort, not just outcomes, and your voice always matters. This is a company where you’re seen, heard, and valued. So if you're ready for something more, don't look elsewhere, look around you. Join #halianlife and take your next big step with a team that’s already behind you.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a driven 360 IT Recruitment Consultant to join our growing Contract Recruitment team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

This is a true 360 role where you’ll take ownership of both business development and candidate delivery across the Saudi technology market. You’ll build new and existing client relationships, identify contract recruitment opportunities, source and deliver high-quality technology talent, and manage the recruitment process from start to finish.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced IT recruiter who wants to build a career in the rapidly growing Saudi market and play a key role in supporting organisations across the region with their technology hiring needs.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Management

• Develop new and existing client relationships across the Saudi technology market

• Identify new business opportunities and build a strong contract recruitment pipeline

• Understand client hiring requirements and provide tailored recruitment solutions

• Build long-term relationships with hiring managers and key technology stakeholders

• Stay close to market trends and understand the technology skills and talent in demand across Saudi Arabia

Candidate Delivery

• Source, attract and qualify high-quality IT and technology professionals

• Build and maintain a strong network of candidates across the GCC and wider Middle East

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from initial candidate engagement through to placement

• Conduct candidate interviews and provide market insight, career guidance and interview preparation

• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process

360 Recruitment

• Own the full recruitment process from winning a vacancy through to successful placement

• Balance business development, client management and candidate delivery

• Build your own desk, network and market expertise

• Work closely with the wider Halian team to deliver the right talent solutions for clients

• Develop long-term relationships that generate repeat business and referrals

What We’re Looking For

• A few years’ experience in IT/Technology recruitment, ideally across the GCC

• Proven experience across both business development and candidate delivery

• Strong understanding of the technology recruitment market

• Commercially driven with a confident and consultative approach

• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills

• Ambition, resilience and a genuine desire to build a long-term recruitment career

Coming From Sales?

We’re also open to commercially driven professionals coming from SaaS, IT or Technology Sales who are looking to move their career into recruitment.

If you have a strong understanding of the technology market, enjoy building relationships and are motivated by winning new business, we’d be keen to hear from you.

Already Based in the UAE?

Already based in Dubai or elsewhere in the UAE and considering a move to Saudi? We can help make that move happen quickly and get you on the ground in Riyadh.

Why Join Us

• Build your career in one of the region’s fastest-growing technology markets

• Work across a growing Saudi contract recruitment desk

• Access Halian’s established client network and global technology expertise

• Clear progression opportunities within a growing international business

• Performance-driven incentives and a strong rewards culture

• Join a collaborative, ambitious team with opportunities to make a real impact

At Halian, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are integral to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve and helps drive innovation in the recruitment industry.