Talent Acquisition Specialist - Hospitality

Over the past two decades, The First Group has forged a reputation as one of the hospitality industry’s leading innovators, providing groundbreaking investment opportunities to clients and partners, while delivering exceptional, memorable experiences to hotel and leisure guests. Our corporate ethos and unique vision for the future of hospitality is encapsulated in our fast-growing portfolio of award-winning hotels and residences, exciting F&B outlets and lifestyle venues, and delivered through our array of complementary third-party hotel and asset management services.

Core to our vision for the future of hospitality is The First Collection, our award-winning hotel brand that reflects the rich culture, innovative spirit, and unparalleled refinement for which Dubai is famous for. The First Collection’s urban lifestyle resorts, situated in prime locations across Dubai, are renowned for their unique blend of world-class hospitality and modern flair, as well as their cutting-edge guest facilities and services, which include exclusive access to the stunning Soluna Restaurants and Beach Club, located on the world-famous Palm Jumeirah.

Every hotel in our fast-growing portfolio reflects our ambition to capture the essence of urban living, blending it seamlessly with the tranquillity of a serene getaway. The First Collection echoes the city’s heartbeat, ensuring all our guests are made to feel a part of the magnificent tapestry of Dubai, the world’s most exciting metropolis.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Talent Development team in the hospitality industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the full recruitment process, from sourcing and attracting top talent to conducting interviews and overseeing onboarding for positions across various departments in the hotel. This is a key role in ensuring that we attract and hire individuals who align with our brand and values, and who will contribute to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment Strategy and Execution:

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent across all departments, including Front Office, Housekeeping, F&B, and other hotel operations.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from job posting and sourcing to interviewing and job offers.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and deliver timely and effective recruitment solutions.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and talent pools.
• Screen resumes, conduct initial phone interviews, and schedule in-person interviews for hiring managers.
• Provide a positive and efficient candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Talent Pool Development:

• Build and maintain a strong network of potential candidates for current and future openings.
• Develop and implement proactive strategies to reach passive candidates and increase talent pool diversity.

Data Management and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of all recruitment activities, including candidate information, interview notes, and hiring decisions.
• Provide regular reports to HR leadership on recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and candidate quality.

Compliance and Best Practices:

• Ensure that recruitment practices comply with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Stay up-to-date with trends in recruitment and hospitality industry best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and strategies.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other HR software.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external candidates.