Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Careem is on a mission to create the Everything App for the greater Middle East, simplifying how people move, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Since 2012, the company has empowered over 2.5 million Captains to earn, served more than 70 million customers, and built a thriving platform for regional talent and entrepreneurs. Operating in 70 cities across 10 countries from Morocco to Pakistan, Careem is committed to making a meaningful impact throughout the MENAP region. The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist will be a vital member of the Corporate Talent Acquisition team, responsible for driving full-cycle recruitment across the UAE and Pakistan markets. This role involves close collaboration with business stakeholders to build strategic talent pipelines and ensure a smooth hiring experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for corporate roles across various business verticals in the UAE and Pakistan.
- Collaborate with business leaders to understand hiring requirements and develop tailored talent acquisition strategies.
- Build and maintain robust talent pipelines through innovative sourcing techniques and market insights.
- Ensure an exceptional candidate experience by maintaining timely communication and engagement throughout the hiring process.
- Provide data-driven insights and market trends to contribute to the overall talent strategy.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to support organizational growth and workforce planning initiatives.

Required Qualifications
- Proven experience managing full-cycle recruitment, preferably within corporate functions and across diverse markets such as the UAE and Pakistan.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships at various organizational levels.
- Expertise in sourcing strategies, candidate engagement, and talent pipeline development.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while managing multiple priorities effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment practices.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience working in the Middle East or MENAP region is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with talent acquisition technology platforms and data analytics tools.
- Opportunity to work with a mission-driven, ambitious team focused on regional impact.
- Flexible work arrangements including four days in the office and one remote day per week, with the option to work remotely from any country for up to 30 days annually. Tech individual contributors enjoy a hybrid schedule of two office days and three remote days weekly.
- Unlimited vacation days to promote work-life balance.
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements covering gym memberships, health clubs, and training classes.
- A culture that encourages continuous learning, growth, and collaboration with inspiring colleagues.

Careem is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. The company does not discriminate based on any protected status under applicable laws and collects demographic information solely for internal monitoring and diversity initiatives. Join Careem to be part of a purposeful organization that is transforming lives and careers across the MENAP region.

Job Skills

Diversity Equity and inclusion Stakeholder Management Candidate engagement Interpersonal Skills data-driven insights Talent Pipeline Development Communication Skills Full-Cycle Recruitment Market Insights Sourcing Strategies

Job Details

Industry:

Business Development

Total Positions:

1 Post

Job Shift:

First Shift (Day)

Job Type:

First Shift (Day)

Job Location:

Karachi, Pakistan

Gender

No Preference

Age

18 - 65 Years

Experience

3 Years - 5 Years

Apply Before:

Aug 18, 2025