Talent Acquisition Lead

About Saipem

Saipem is a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy and infrastructure sectors, delivering complex onshore and offshore projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees from over 130 nationalities across more than 50 countries, Saipem is driven by technological innovation to enable the energy transition toward Net Zero. The company focuses on environmental sustainability and operates with a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and inclusion.

The Role of Talent Acquisition Lead

Saipem is seeking a Talent Acquisition Lead to join the Human Resources department in Dhahran, Eastern Province, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This is a full-time position reporting to the HR Manager within the Energy Carries division. The role involves leading talent acquisition efforts, with opportunities for international travel based on project requirements within KSA and abroad.

Key Responsibilities

• Forecast hiring needs, design long-term talent acquisition roadmaps, and align recruitment budgets with business objectives.
• Manage, mentor, and evaluate internal recruitment and sourcing teams.
• Partner with project management, department heads, and regional leaders to understand workforce requirements.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and retention, ensuring compliance with local labor and employment laws.
• Design and implement local talent strategies to meet strict regional compliance goals, including Saudization and In-Country Value programs.
• Track competitor projects and regional salary shifts to dynamically adjust hiring strategies and compensation benchmarks.
• Elevate company positioning in the job market through recruitment marketing, events, and candidate experience initiatives.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in Talent Acquisition.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor recruitment teams.
• Strong understanding of local labor and employment laws, particularly in the context of regional compliance mandates.
• Experience in strategic planning for talent acquisition and budget alignment.
• Proficiency in tracking recruitment KPIs and utilizing market intelligence for strategic adjustments.

Benefits and Professional Development

Saipem offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a permanent contract. The company supports employee development through its "One Saipem Way" soft skills model, which focuses on skills development, career growth, and opportunities to innovate through complex challenges by promoting communication and collaboration. Saipem is committed to the health and safety of its people and the preservation of the natural ecosystem, operating with a strong focus on safety and sustainability.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to apply. Saipem embraces diversity and encourages applications from individuals who believe they can contribute to the company's business development. All applicants should consult the privacy policy in accordance with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and Royal Decree No. M/148 dated 05/09/1444H (27 March 2023), as well as GDPR regulations.