Talent Acquisition Management Trainee

About This Role

Department: Human Resources & Training

Location: Regional Office Middle East & Africa - Dubai

Description At Kempinski, we don't just offer stays; we curate moments. As a hospitality organization, anchored in a legacy of elegance and a pioneering spirit, we have grown into a collection of iconic hotels and resorts around the world, each a landmark in its own right. From grand palaces steeped in history to contemporary masterpieces of design, Kempinski is where impeccable service meets authentic local experiences.

We empower our people to be artisans of hospitality, fostering an environment where passion is nurtured, individuality is celebrated, and every detail is thoughtfully considered. Joining Kempinski means becoming part of a family that is dedicated to creating memories that last a lifetime for our guests, and a fulfilling and enriching career for our team.

If you are driven by excellence, inspired by the art of hospitality, and seek to contribute to a legacy of luxury, we invite you to explore the exceptional opportunities that await you at Kempinski Hotels. We invite you to be part of our story.

Key Responsibilities As our Talent Acquisition Management Trainee your key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Talent Acquisition & Administration:

• Support Global Director of Talent and wider Talent & HR team with query management and support with active recruitment processes.
• Build pipelines of talent using our ATS and LinkedIn recruiter for global corporate offices & hotel leadership vacancies.
• Maintain high levels of personal relationships with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Ensure you are always an ambassador of Kempinski, and representing Kempinski as an employer of choice in the market.
• Support with campus activities and activations for young talents & the implementation of development programs, working closely with L&D team.
• Support the onboarding of new joiners at Corporate offices, including preparing welcome gifts, scheduling onboarding sessions, diary management & presence at onboarding sessions.
• Stock management of welcome gifts, ordering new stock when required, managing purchase orders and liaison with accounts department for efficient payment.
• Process HR monthly invoicing on our expense system with accuracy and efficiency.
• Coordinate logistics for HR department meetings and events, and prepare HR presentations and reports.

Employee Engagement:

• • Assist in organizing and coordinating employee engagement activities and team-building events to help foster a positive company culture.

Employer Brand & Communications:

• Support the production of the Monthly Worldwide HR Newsletter, ensuring a fresh, engaging, and professional tone that resonates with our global team in coordination with the Corporate Communications Team.
• Partner with the Corporate Communications team to track all new joiners and internal moves for the weekly internal 'Movers & Shakers' announcements.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Employee Handbook by ensuring information stays up to date while refining the content to be more engaging and user-friendly.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Applicants must be currently based in the UAE with a valid residency (Golden Visa, Student Visa, Family Visa).
• Open to recently graduated students or those still studying looking to fulfil their Internship requirement.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Communications, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, with a flair for creating engaging content and compelling presentations.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel & Canva) is essential.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and content creation tools.
• Proactive, highly organized, and a natural problem-solver with a strong ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A collaborative spirit and a passion for creating positive employee experiences.
• Previous internship or volunteer experience in HR, with fundamental understanding of Talent Acquisition is highly advantageous.