Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner

This is a remote position.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world and connecting highly-skilled talent with top companies? Are you an innovative problem solver with excellent management skills? If so, we want you to join our team as a Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner!

About MENA Alliances: 

Welcome to MENA Alliances, a social impact tech company that is passionate about connecting global companies with highly-skilled, vetted talent from the MENA (the Middle East and North Africa) region. We pride ourselves on sourcing top-notch candidates for our clients by leveraging our rich network of the region’s best tech pros. Our clients are headquartered out of Europe, the USA, Asia, and the Gulf region, making us truly a global player.

Our mission is to empower women and young professionals in the MENA region by providing them access to in-demand skills and career opportunities, and helping them unlock their full potential. We believe that talent should not be confined by geographic boundaries, and everyone deserves to pursue their passion and achieve success, no matter where they live. Our vision is a world where diligent, talented people can reach for the success they envision for their future, without the constraints of location or other barriers.

Job Summary: 

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner who is fully committed to our mission and values. The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise, capable of leading and managing complex projects with ease. S/he has a proven track record of driving growth and success through effective management. In addition, possess a deep passion for connecting talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities. We are seeking a hands-on Senior Talent Acquisition lead who is able to develop innovative ideas and constantly enhance our operational structure to maintain our competitive edge.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will oversee the entire recruitment cycle and lead the process of evaluating resumes and interviewing candidates across various stages of our hiring funnel, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience at every step. 
  

• You'll be responsible for leading and supporting our recruiting team, inspiring them to maintain the high standards we set for ourselves
  

• You'll have a keen eye for efficiency and will be responsible for working smart to scale our business impact by automating workflows and processes to reduce the time spent on manual work, allowing us to focus on what truly matters - finding and hiring top talent.
  

• Bring innovation to the table when it comes to candidate skills assessment tools.
  

• You'll be monitoring ongoing hiring processes and ensuring timely updates to help us improve our internal communications and candidate experience, always keeping a finger on the pulse of the hiring process to ensure that we are providing the best possible experience for everyone involved.
  

• Collaboration and communication are key to success in this role, as you'll be working closely with clients to ensure job descriptions, listings, and other recruitment materials are up-to-date and accurate, reflecting the true culture and MENA’s talent brand.
  

• You'll be using innovative tools to manage talent pools for new positions, ensuring that we are always on the cutting edge of recruitment strategies, processes, and policies, and expanding our existing database of top talent.
  

• Finally, your job won't be complete until the new hires are set up for a seamless onboarding experience, and you'll be responsible for following up with them to ensure that they are engaged, and on track to become valuable members of the client's team.
  

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in recruiting operations or talent acquisition, with a proven track record of success in identifying, engaging and hiring top talent in tech or high-growth companies.
  
• 2+ years of experience leading a recruiting team, with the ability to coach, mentor and inspire team members to achieve their goals.
  Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, computer science or engineering, or a similar field, with a strong academic record.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes and develop innovative solutions.
  
• Proficiency in recruiting management software, such as Zoho Recruit and applicant tracking systems, such as GreenHouse, with the ability to leverage technology to streamline and optimize the recruiting process.
  
• Familiarity with various recruitment channels and social media groups, with the ability to source and engage candidates. 
  
• Excellent negotiation and collaboration skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers and other stakeholders.
  Speaking English fluently and excellent English writing skills, with the ability to communicate with a global team effectively and clients. 
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  
• Innovative data-driven person with excellent analytical and research skills, with the ability to use data and insights to drive decision-making.
  Experience working remotely with tools like Slack, Jira, and Google Docs, with the ability to collaborate effectively and communicate in a virtual environment.
• Strong ownership and ability to work fully independently, with the ability to take initiative and drive results.
  
• Time is flexible with a good sense of work/life balance, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  
• ​Lifelong learner with a passion for making an impact, with the desire to improve continuously and grow both personally and professionally.
  

About the Opportunity:

• Full-time position with a base salary and attractive commissions/bonus scheme
  
• 100% remote position open to applicants from anywhere