Senior Manager - National Operations Recruitment

About Whitecrow

• We are global talent research, insight, and sourcing specialists with offices in the UK, USA, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Dubai, and India.
• Our international reach has helped us to understand and penetrate specialist markets at a global level.
• In addition to this, our service is also extended to complement our client’s in-house talent acquisition teams.
• About our client
• Our client is a leading global player in the
• aluminium and metals industry
• , known for producing high-quality, value-added aluminium at scale.
• Headquartered in the UAE, they operate integrated facilities across the value chain — including smelting operations, refining capabilities, and upstream mining assets internationally.
• With a strong global customer base, their products are widely used across industries such as construction, automotive, packaging, and consumer electronics, enabling everyday applications that support modern living.
• As one of the region’s most significant industrial exporters, our client contributes substantially to economic diversification and plays a key role in supplying a notable share of aluminium to international markets.
• As a Senior Manager - National Operations Recruitment, you will be:
• Leading the strategy and execution of national / Emirati recruitment across operational functions, including plant, production, and technical roles.
• Partnering with operations leadership and senior stakeholders to understand workforce planning requirements and support long-term national talent development initiatives.
• Driving initiatives aligned with Emiratisation targets and workforce nationalisation strategies across the organisation’s operational workforce.
• Developing and strengthening national talent pipelines through partnerships with universities, government programs, and national workforce initiatives.
• Ensuring recruitment practices align with UAE nationalisation policies and regulatory requirements.
• Overseeing the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for Emirati talent across operational roles, ensuring an efficient and high-quality candidate experience.
• Providing strategic guidance on national workforce planning, helping business leaders anticipate and plan for future talent needs.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with government entities, educational institutions, and national talent programs supporting Emirati workforce development.
• Monitoring and reporting on Emiratisation progress and hiring outcomes, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Leading and mentoring recruitment teams supporting national hiring initiatives across operations.
• Engaging with stakeholders across EGA’s locations as required to support national recruitment initiatives and workforce programs.
• What you already have...
• UAE National preferred, with a strong understanding of Emiratisation and national workforce initiatives.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with significant exposure to national or Emirati hiring programs.
• Proven experience recruiting within operational, industrial, manufacturing, energy, or large-scale production environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead national recruitment strategies and Emiratisation initiatives within complex organisations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to partner effectively with operations leadership and senior management.
• Solid understanding of UAE labour regulations and Emiratisation policies.
• Experience building national talent pipelines and partnerships with universities, government bodies, and workforce initiatives.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, balancing long-term workforce planning with immediate hiring needs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.
• Willingness to engage with teams across EGA locations in the UAE as part of supporting national recruitment initiatives.
• Skills: - Standards & Governance, Safety, Quality & Environment, Leadership & Stakeholder Support