Talent Acquisition Manager, Riyadh

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Date Posted: Oct 7, 2025

Description

Senior Recruiter

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 11,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

We are expanding our business significantly in the EMEA and as a result, we are looking for a Talent Acquisition Manager in our Riyadh office. This role is an integral part of the wider EMEA Talent Acquisition team and will look to focus and support the Middle East on all their recruitment needs while working with team members across the UK and Europe. As A&M is looking to continue to grow and develop our service offerings within the region, this role will be covering different recruitment campaigns across the Middle East. Reporting to the TA Director in Dubai the Senior Associate, Talent Acquisition will be a crucial part of driving the success of the team in the region.

As talent acquisition demand is very dynamic in terms of requirements and collaboration with the wider business, it is essential that the successful hire has a 'can do' approach when tasked with duties associated with other lines of business from time to time.

How you will contribute

• Management of the entire recruitment cycle from initial briefing to advert writing, candidate identification, headhunting, screening, interviews and offer process
• Conduct research into target organizations (predominantly the 'Big 4' - KPMG, Deloitte, PwC, EY and other specialist firms) and industry sectors
• Capture and maintain accurate market and candidate information on Alvarez & Marsal's internal knowledge systems (Workday and Jobvite)
• Produce accurate and timely reports in preparation for update meetings, progress updates etc.
• Manage and execute a local graduate & internship programs
• Attend local career fairs and work closely with universities and educational institutions to identify top talent
• Build relationships to gain candidate referrals from colleagues (internal and external)
• Communicate and update candidates during the interview process
• Maintain up to date knowledge and awareness of all available candidate identification tools (LinkedIn, social media, company websites) as well as proactive networking for additional candidate leads

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of recruitment experience (consultancy or in-house) in a fast-paced, professional services environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in Arabic & English, both written and oral is essential.
• Diploma and/or bachelor's degree in business/management, human resources, organizational behaviour or similar disciplines is preferred but not essential
• Strong resourcing skills (LinkedIn, social media and other networks)
• Track record of recruitment innovation and creativity
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information at maximum discretion
• IT literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Proficiency in an internal HRIS system such as Workday and ATS systems is a significant plus.
• Must be able to interact and communicate with all levels of the organisation
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Highly organised, detail-orientated, and able to effectively prioritize projects and deliverables
• Hands-on, pragmatic, service orientated and proactive mindset
• Absolute attention to detail & strong organisational skills, including a sense of accuracy

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

A&M's entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.

It is Alvarez & Marsal's practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. .

Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.