Recruitment Manager

Job Purpose

Location: Remote

The Talent Acquisition Manager is responsible for leading and managing the recruitment process within the organization. This includes developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies, managing the candidate experience, and ensuring the organization attracts and hires top talent. The role also involves collaborating with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs, maintaining compliance with employment laws, and continuously improving recruitment processes.

A primary focus of this role is mass recruitment for equipment and construction campaigns , with an emphasis on blue-collar workforce mobilization from South Asia , combined with a strong understanding of Saudi and GCC labor regulations .

Job Responsibilities

Recruitment Strategy & Execution

1. Lead end-to-end recruitment processes, including crafting recruitment strategies, candidate sourcing, selection, and onboarding.
2. Develop and execute mass hiring campaigns for blue-collar workers, technicians, and equipment operators to support large-scale construction and infrastructure projects.
3. Utilize a variety of sourcing techniques, including social media, networking, employee referrals, and international recruitment channels—with a focus on South Asian labor markets (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka).
4. Manage candidate pipelines to ensure a seamless recruitment experience from sourcing to deployment.

Stakeholder & Hiring Manager Collaboration

1. Collaborate closely with hiring managers and project leaders to understand staffing needs and develop job descriptions tailored to specific roles and project requirements.
2. Partner with operations and project teams to forecast workforce demands and align recruitment plans with project timelines.

Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge

1. Ensure full compliance with all relevant employment laws, including Saudi visa processing, GOSI registration, Muqeem management , and other GCC labor regulations.
2. Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities and ensure audit readiness.
3. Coordinate with external recruitment agencies and vendors to fill specialized roles.

Employer Branding & Candidate Experience

1. Develop and implement employer branding initiatives to attract high-quality candidates across target geographies.
2. Manage the full candidate experience, ensuring a professional, transparent, and efficient hiring process.

Data & Reporting

1. Analyze recruitment metrics and provide regular reports to senior management to inform decision-making.
2. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition to continuously improve recruitment processes.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Mandatory Requirements

Requirement Details

Experience

12–16 years of progressive HR/Talent Acquisition experience, with at least 7 years in a supervisory or management role .

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.

Mass Hiring Expertise

Proven experience in mass recruitment campaigns for blue-collar employees from South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, etc.) for construction, equipment, or infrastructure projects.

Saudi Regulatory Knowledge

Strong understanding of Saudi visa processing , GOSI, Muqeem, and other GCC labor compliance requirements.

ATS Knowledge

Working knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR databases.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Full-Cycle Recruiting

Experience in full-cycle recruiting, sourcing, and employment branding.

E-Learning Platforms

Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices.

Preferred Requirements

Requirement Details

Africa Experience

Experience recruiting and mobilizing workforce from African markets is a strong plus.

Industry Experience

Prior experience in construction, engineering, oil & gas, or heavy equipment sectors .

Employer Branding

Proven experience in developing and implementing employer branding strategies.

Key Competencies

Competency Description

Strategic Workforce Planning

Ability to forecast and plan for large-scale hiring needs.

Cross-Cultural Communication

Experience managing diverse, multi-national workforces.

Compliance & Risk Management

Deep understanding of GCC labor laws and visa processes.

Data-Driven Decision Making

Ability to analyze recruitment metrics and provide actionable insights.

Stakeholder Management

Strong partnership skills with hiring managers, project teams, and external vendors.

Crisis Management

Ability to handle high-volume recruitment under tight deadlines.

Employer Branding

Ability to position the organization as an employer of choice.

About the Company

We are a leading construction and infrastructure company operating across the GCC, delivering large-scale projects in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the wider region. Our workforce spans multiple nationalities, and we are committed to building a diverse, high-performing team to support our growth.