About Dubai Holding Group Services:
Group Services is Dubai Holding’s shared business services arm that provides consolidated business solutions in procurement, finance and human capital across the Group. With a commitment to talent, digital innovation and continuous improvement, it delivers best-in-class service, enhancing the Group's overall performance.
Group Services is dedicated to transforming operations, elevating service quality and cultivating specialised teams focused on excellence and innovation.
Group Services comprises of:
Group Services Procurement delivers end-to-end value through strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contracting. Enabled by advanced technology, streamlined processes, strong governance, and data-driven insights, it ensures responsible sourcing, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.
Group Services Finance manages financial transactions, budgeting, and reporting to ensure strong fiscal health and cash flow. It empowers informed decision-making through insights that drive sustainable growth and profitability.
Group Services Human Capital manages the full employee lifecycle, ensuring a smooth journey from recruitment to offboarding while fostering a culture that values and supports people—the Group’s greatest asset.
Empowering talent for the future:
Group Services’ greatest strength lies in its people; their collective capabilities serve as the driving force of the company. Dedicated to creating a vibrant talent hub where challenging the norm leads to innovation, collaboration fuels creativity and caring for people and partners cultivates strong relationships, Group Services aims to build a foundation for sustained success.
As a business that views success as a shared journey and celebrates every achievement along the way, Group Services offers the opportunity to grow, develop skills and make a meaningful impact.
Dubai Holding Group Services proudly supports a diverse portfolio of companies:
• Dubai Holding Real Estate
• Dubai Holding Entertainment
• Dubai Holding Community Management
• Dubai Holding Land Estates
• Dubai Holding Hospitality
• Dubai Holding Investments
• Dubai Holding Asset Management
Job Overview: The job holder will be responsible for managing and executing recruitment operations, the Senior Associate - Recruitment executes a streamlined recruitment process in the respective functional area by effectively coordinating candidate evaluations, facilitating interviews, and managing stakeholder communications. This role focuses on delivering high-quality recruitment solutions, enhancing the candidate experience, and supporting organizational talent acquisition goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Stakeholder Management – Lead recruitment for senior and multiple smaller stakeholders, acting as the main point of contact, providing regular updates, and ensuring alignment on hiring needs.
- End-to-End Recruitment Operations – Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, conducting Behavioral Based Interviews (BBI), and facilitating offers and negotiations.
- Candidate Quality & Experience – Ensure high-quality hires through assessment of technical skills, cultural fit, and potential; promote diversity and inclusion; and deliver a seamless, engaging candidate experience.
- Collaboration with Sourcing Teams – Partner with sourcing teams to maintain a strong candidate pipeline, provide feedback on sourcing strategies, and ensure timely recruitment decisions.
- Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement – Identify and implement improvements in recruitment operations, staying updated on industry trends and best practices to enhance efficiency and candidate experience.
- Stakeholder & External Engagement – Manage relationships with internal teams (DH verticals, HC rewards, onboarding, HC excellence) and external partners (agencies, professional networks, universities) to support recruitment objectives.
- Recruitment Analytics & Compliance – Track recruitment metrics, maintain data privacy compliance, and provide insights to improve recruitment effectiveness and alignment with organizational policies.
About you: The preferred candidate for this role should possess the following experience and credentials:
- Educational Qualifications – Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience – 2–4 years in talent acquisition, ideally with at least 2 years in a shared services environment; experience in the Middle East, Real Estate asset/community management experience preferred.
- Technical Knowledge – Proficient in HRIS, applicant tracking systems, recruitment technologies, and sourcing channels (job boards, social media, referrals).
- Regulatory & Market Knowledge – Strong understanding of employment laws, data privacy regulations, and relevant industry/market trends.
- Core Skills & Competencies – Stakeholder management, negotiation, assessment and evaluation, recruitment analytics, and reporting.
- Behavioral Competencies – Customer-focused, effective communicator (concise, coherent, empathetic), adaptable, critical thinker, and strong time management skills.
- Diversity & Inclusion Awareness – Ability to attract and assess diverse talent while ensuring alignment with organizational values.
About the Benefits: At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered Classification: Internal workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.