Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist

Technical Talent Partner — 360 Recruitment

LK Talent Collective | Dubai, UAE | Hybrid

About us

LK Talent Collective is a growing recruitment agency built on strong relationships, quality delivery and a flexible approach to partnership.

We’re looking for an experienced Technical Talent Partner to build and grow a technology recruitment desk. You’ll have the autonomy to develop your market, win clients and manage recruitment from the first introduction through to placement.

The role

This is a full 360 recruitment role, combining business development, account management and candidate delivery. You’ll be responsible for generating your own opportunities and building a profitable desk, with support from the founder and wider team.

What you’ll do

• Identify and win new clients across the UAE technology market.
• Build relationships with founders, technology leaders, hiring managers and HR teams.
• Develop a clear desk strategy, identifying target businesses and specialist talent pools.
• Secure job briefs, advise on hiring requirements and negotiate recruitment terms.
• Recruit across technical disciplines such as software engineering, cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data and AI.
• Source and engage candidates through LinkedIn, networking, referrals and direct outreach.
• Assess candidates’ technical experience, motivations, salary expectations and suitability for each role.
• Manage shortlists, interviews, feedback, offers and negotiations through to successful starts.
• Grow repeat business by delivering a responsive, high-quality service.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasts and pipeline updates.
• Take ownership of agreed activity, business development, placement and billing targets.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in a 360 recruitment role within technology.
• A track record of winning clients and converting opportunities into placements.
• Strong understanding of technical roles, skill sets and recruitment challenges.
• Confidence discussing hiring needs with technical stakeholders.
• Experience building candidate networks and sourcing hard-to-find talent.
• Strong negotiation, organisation and relationship management skills.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to developing your desk.
• Someone who enjoys autonomy, takes accountability and wants to contribute to a growing agency.
• UAE recruitment experience and an established regional network would be an advantage.

What you’ll get

• Competitive basic salary and uncapped commission.
• Hybrid working.
• One month of remote working during the summer.
• MacBook and company phone provided.
• Team lunches and a supportive working environment.
• Direct access to the founder and the opportunity to help shape the business.
• Clear progression as the team grows.
• The freedom to build your market and develop lasting client partnerships.

Interested?

Send your CV to admin@lktalentcollective.com, including a brief overview of your technical recruitment experience, recent billings and the markets you specialise in.