Talent Officer - School Recruitment (MoE Subjects)

About the Role
The company is seeking a Talent Officer - School Recruitment who specializes in the recruitment of MoE subject teachers across our family of owned and operated schools in the UAE. This is a significant opportunity to join a successful network of schools and contribute to shaping the future of leading education in Abu Dhabi. As the leading education group in the region, the company empowers communities through inclusive and innovative learning.

The role involves managing the end-to-end recruitment process for MoE subject teachers, working closely with the Director of MoE and hiring managers. The Talent Officer will also provide strategic recruitment support and serve as a subject specialist in education recruitment, advising schools on best practices and aiding in selection, onboarding, and workforce planning activities.

Responsibilities
Main Duties:

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for MoE subjects (Arabic Studies, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies), ensuring alignment with workforce plans.
• Serve as a trusted advisor for the Director of MoE, Principals, and hiring managers, aiding decision-making and interview coordination.
• Act as a subject specialist recruiter for MoE, offering expertise and candidate recommendations across the Operated Schools.
• Design, organize, and execute MoE recruitment events in the UAE and internationally to attract and select talent.
• Ensure timely issuance, collection, and filing of contracts and supporting documentation for all hires.
• Maintain recruitment trackers and dashboards, submitting regular reports on vacancy status, hiring progress, and recruitment KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with safer recruitment practices, including document verification, references, background checks, and regulatory requirements (ADEK, KHDA).

Specific Duties:

• Create and update job descriptions in collaboration with hiring managers and subject leads.
• Develop and maintain strong pipelines of qualified candidates for key teaching roles.
• Own initial screening, shortlisting, and interviewing based on job criteria and school preferences.
• Advise and guide hiring managers in structured interview practices and scoring rubrics.
• Manage the selection processes, including participation in interviews, interview scheduling, panel preparation, feedback collection, and post-interview decision-making.
• Design and deliver employer branding initiatives to promote the company as a preferred employer in the education sector.
• Organize and attend recruitment fairs, career expos, and online talent events to proactively source teachers.
• Prepare and send contracts to selected candidates, ensuring timely return and completion.
• Collect and verify all onboarding documents (passport, attested qualifications, safeguarding checks, references).
• Maintain accurate recruitment records, interview notes, offer letters, and visa application materials.
• Manage candidate data in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring compliance with data protection policies.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience with timely communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Submit weekly vacancy and recruitment status reports to P&C leadership and school Principals.
• Share internal vacancies transparently across the group to promote internal mobility.
• Collaborate with marketing on job advert content, visual campaigns, and social media outreach.
• Train new Talent Team members on recruitment systems, portals, and best practices.
• Provide input on improvements to recruitment processes, policies, and candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• Additional HR/Talent qualifications are welcomed.
• A minimum of 3 years in recruitment or within MoE subjects.
• Experience in the UK, US, or UAE education sector is highly advantageous.
• The ability to communicate in English and Arabic (both written and verbal) is essential.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Proven ability to build strong, positive, and influential relationships at all levels.
• Ability to maintain discretion, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Experience with full-cycle recruiting, using various interview techniques and evaluation methods.
• Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (e.g., Oracle) and related job boards.
• Experience in using LinkedIn Talent Solutions to proactively source candidates.
• Familiarity with social media, C.V. databases, and professional networks.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labour law.
• Ability to think proactively and innovatively.
• Excellent attention to detail with diligent follow-up, executing tasks promptly.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively, both independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments and capability of handling pressure.
• Proven problem-solving and client management skills.
• Commitment to personal learning and encouraging a culture of continuous improvement among others.
• Understanding of ADEK and similar government body requirements.