Talent Acquisition Manager - MEA

Requisition ID: 299346 Relocation Authorized: National/International - Single Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Riyadh ​​​​​​​ Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report . Project Overview: Please use this field to provide any standard language being used externally to describe the project (typically the first few sentences used to describe the project on the http://bechtel.com website or in press releases) . If no overview is available, please remove this section and Talent Acquisition will add a general description for the GBU. Job Summary: Reporting to the Regional HR Manager, the Talent Acquisition Manager provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Talent Acquisition function, ensuring recruitment objectives and staffing targets are achieved across the region. This role leads and develops a Talent Acquisition team, driving effective sourcing, recruiting, and workforce planning strategies aligned with business needs. The successful candidate will build strong partnerships with Senior HR Business Partners, hiring managers, universities, and professional organizations to understand current and future talent requirements. The role is responsible for leveraging recruitment metrics and market insights to evaluate performance, identify trends, and implement sourcing strategies that attract top talent and support Bechtel's business goals. Major Responsibilities: Partner with Hiring Managers, business stakeholders, and leadership to define talent acquisition needs and develop long-term, strategic talent acquisition plans for a specified business area Achieving full lifecycle recruitment of executive roles, including sourcing, pre-screening, interviewing, and extension of offers. Providing oversight and guidance on statutory requirements for staffing/recruitment within the region. Supporting hiring managers by ensuring job descriptions are ready for posting, interview plans are determined, and candidate feedback is managed quickly and efficiently. Lead a team of recruiters in the execution and delivery of established talent acquisition plans including defining recruiting strategy, allocating work, securing tools/resources, monitoring progress, providing guidance, developing performance, removing road blocks, and escalating issues to business leadership Hold regular team meetings and recruiter 1:1’s and consistently engage with HR Business Partners and clients for business continuity and planning Create and execute innovative and cost-effective talent sourcing strategies Serve as a trusted business advisor and recognized expert in all areas of recruiting and talent acquisition including sourcing strategies, hiring trends, diversity, candidate attraction, interview best practices, etc. Establish a deep rapport with HR Business Partners and HR Centers of Excellence to provide a unified and robust talent approach to the business Identify areas for recruiting process improvement and efficiency Develop, implement and monitor metrics to assess the overall effectiveness of initiatives and programs to support the organization’s talent acquisition goals and objectives Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Human Resources, Organizational Development or a related field 10+ years of professional experience in human resources, recruiting, talent acquisition or a related area with at least 3 years spent in high volume full life cycle recruiting and at least 3 years spent in a lead/supervisor role. Prior experience and demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) Ability to prioritize & meet multiple individual and team deadlines in a fast paced, changing, dynamic work environment Required Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated experience to recruit for a broad/deep range of positions on a national level. Strong external/internal networking and collaboration skills. Understanding of talent acquisition best practices. Fluent in English. Strong management skills. Strong communication, relationship management, analytical and critical thinking skills. Reporting skills (Power BI, Microsoft etc.) Total Rewards/Benefits: For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy. Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com