Recruitment Agency Manger

Job Description: Recruitment Agency Manager Indian & UAE

Position: Recruitment Agency Manager

Location: UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 5+ years in recruitment/staffing, preferably within the UAE or GCC

We are looking for an experienced and results-oriented Recruitment Agency Manager to lead and manage our recruitment operations in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in manpower recruitment, client acquisition, business development, team management, and end-to-end recruitment processes.

The candidate will be responsible for expanding the agency’s client base, developing long-term relationships with companies, managing recruitment teams, and ensuring successful placement of candidates across various sectors.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage the overall operations and performance of the recruitment agency.

* Develop and implement recruitment and business development strategies for the UAE market.

* Identify and acquire new corporate clients and manpower requirements.

* Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.

* Generate recruitment business through direct sales, networking, referrals, and market development.

* Understand client manpower requirements and ensure timely fulfillment.

* Lead, motivate, and monitor the performance of recruitment consultants and support staff.

* Oversee sourcing, screening, interviewing, shortlisting, and placement of candidates.

* Coordinate with clients regarding interviews, selections, offers, joining formalities, and replacements.

* Develop recruitment pipelines for both skilled and unskilled manpower, depending on business requirements.

* Monitor recruitment targets, revenue, placement numbers, and team KPIs.

* Negotiate commercial terms, recruitment fees, contracts, and service agreements with clients.

* Ensure compliance with applicable UAE employment, recruitment, and manpower regulations.

* Maintain accurate records, reports, candidate databases, and client information.

* Monitor market trends, competitor activities, salary levels, and emerging recruitment opportunities.

* Resolve client and candidate issues professionally and efficiently.

* Prepare regular management reports covering sales, recruitment performance, revenue, and business development.

Requirements

* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Management, or a related field preferred.

* 5+ years of experience in recruitment/staffing agency management, preferably in the UAE/GCC.

* Proven experience in client acquisition and business development within the recruitment industry.

* Strong knowledge of UAE recruitment and manpower market practices.

* Demonstrated ability to achieve recruitment and revenue targets.

* Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

* Strong leadership and team-management capabilities.

* Ability to develop relationships with HR managers, business owners, procurement teams, and senior decision-makers.

* Good knowledge of recruitment software, CRM systems, job portals, and professional networking platforms.

* Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Experience

Experience recruiting for sectors such as:

* Construction & Engineering

* Hospitality

* Healthcare

* Facilities Management

* Security

* Logistics & Transportation

* Retail

* Oil & Gas

* Skilled & Semi-Skilled Manpower

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

* New client acquisition

* Monthly/annual recruitment revenue

* Number of successful placements

* Client retention and repeat business

* Recruitment turnaround time

* Team productivity and target achievement

* Candidate joining and retention rates

* Gross margin and profitability

Compensation

Salary: Competitive salary based on experience and market standards

Incentives: Performance-based commission/incentive structure

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a commercially driven recruitment professional who can combine strong client-development skills with effective recruitment-team management. The candidate should have an established understanding of the UAE market and the ability to generate new business while maintaining high-quality recruitment delivery.

To Apply:

Interested candidates may submit their updated CV along with details of their current salary, expected salary, notice period, and UAE recruitment experience