Manager Talent Acquisition

PARCO - Pak-Arab Refinery Limited

Karachi , Pakistan

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Pak-Arab Refinery Limited (PARCO) is a leading integrated energy conglomerate and a joint venture between Pakistan and the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The company operates Pakistan’s most advanced refinery, an extensive pipeline network exceeding 2,000 kilometers, strategic storage facilities, and marketing operations. PARCO maintains joint ventures with prominent international firms and pursues an aggressive growth strategy through expansions, acquisitions, and entry into new markets. Currently, PARCO is seeking a dynamic recruitment leader with a strong industry network and proven expertise in headhunting to attract, assess, and secure top talent across technical, corporate, and leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the full recruitment lifecycle, including talent sourcing, assessment, offer management, and onboarding coordination.
- Drive proactive headhunting, talent mapping, and strategic sourcing within the energy, engineering, and industrial sectors.
- Manage internal talent pipelines, succession planning, and career mobility initiatives.
- Oversee Total Talent Acquisition by integrating permanent and contractual workforce requirements.
- Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to develop and implement effective hiring strategies while ensuring an exceptional candidate experience.
- Administer SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting operations to maintain process efficiency, data accuracy, and compliance with reporting standards.
- Enhance employer branding and improve recruitment performance through data-driven insights and analytics.

Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 16 years of education, preferably in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related discipline from an HEC-recognized university.
- At least 14 years of progressive, hands-on experience in talent acquisition, including a minimum of 5 years in a recruitment leadership role, ideally within the energy, engineering, or industrial sectors.
- Demonstrated expertise in end-to-end recruitment, executive search, strategic headhunting, talent mapping, and managing both permanent and contractual workforce needs.
- Proficiency in SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting or a comparable Applicant Tracking System (ATS), along with strong skills in LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing platforms.
- Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, team leadership, and recruitment analytics capabilities, with a proven track record in managing critical and senior-level hiring.
- Certification in psychometric assessments and practical experience in designing and conducting assessment centers for talent evaluation and selection.

Preferred Qualifications and Additional Information:
- A Master’s degree or MBA with a specialization in Human Resource Management is considered an advantage.
- PARCO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The company values a supportive work environment designed to attract and nurture top talent.

Location:
PARCO Head Office, Karachi

PARCO is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees can thrive and contribute to the company’s continued success.