Talent Acquisition Partner - (6 month contract)

Careem is on a mission to create the Everything App for the greater Middle East, simplifying how people move, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Since 2012, the company has empowered over 2.5 million Captains and served more than 70 million customers across 70+ cities in 10 countries, spanning from Morocco to Pakistan. As Careem enters its next phase driven by AI, it is seeking a passionate Talent Acquisition Partner to join its Data & AI and Engineering teams. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with business leaders, develop strategic talent pipelines, and deliver a seamless hiring experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Be a trusted partner: Work closely with Engineering and Data & AI leadership to understand their vision, anticipate hiring needs, and co-create talent acquisition strategies that align with overall business objectives.

- Demonstrate sourcing excellence: Proactively source and engage top-tier technical talent, building strong pipelines. Provide competitor insights and hiring benchmarks to guide recruitment decisions.

- Recruit across critical roles: Lead recruitment for key technical positions such as Backend and Mobile Engineers, Data Scientists, and other specialized roles across important markets including UAE, Pakistan, Egypt, and Jordan.

- Shape the candidate journey: Ensure a positive and efficient candidate experience by setting clear expectations, maintaining timely communication, and managing the entire recruitment process—from sourcing and screening to scheduling interviews and handling offers.

- Stay agile and data-driven: Regularly share recruitment insights, market intelligence, and progress updates with stakeholders to continuously improve hiring strategies. Monitor and report on pipeline health, time-to-fill metrics, and talent market trends.

Required Qualifications

- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Talent Acquisition with a strong emphasis on technical recruiting within Engineering, Data Science, and Data Analytics domains.

- Proven success working in fast-paced environments such as startups, scale-ups, or high-growth technology companies.

- Expertise in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.

- Proficiency with recruitment tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and Applicant Tracking Systems (e.g., Greenhouse).

- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust, provide constructive feedback, and deliver results.

- A proactive and creative problem solver who thrives in ambiguous situations and is motivated by contributing to the growth of a large-scale organization.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

This is a six-month contract role based in Karachi, Pakistan, offering an exciting chance to contribute to a pioneering tech company at the forefront of mobility and AI innovation in the Middle East. At Careem, you will play a vital role in building teams that are transforming how millions live and connect across the region. The company values diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Joining Careem means collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry and shaping the future of technology in a rapidly scaling organization.