Talent Acquisition Partner - (6 month contract)

Careem is revolutionizing the Middle East’s digital landscape through its Everything App, which simplifies everyday life by offering seamless mobility, food and grocery delivery, payment solutions, and more. Since its inception in 2012, Careem has empowered over 2.5 million Captains to earn income, served upwards of 70 million customers, and built a vibrant platform for the region’s top talent and entrepreneurs. Operating across more than 70 cities in 10 countries—from Morocco to Pakistan—the company is now entering a new phase driven by artificial intelligence. Careem is seeking a dedicated Talent Acquisition Partner for a six-month contract based in Karachi, Pakistan. This role is critical in sourcing and hiring exceptional technical talent for the rapidly expanding Data & AI and Engineering teams. The successful candidate will work closely with business leaders to develop strategic talent pipelines and deliver outstanding hiring experiences in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

Be a Trusted Partner: Work in close collaboration with Engineering and Data & AI leadership to fully understand their strategic goals, anticipate upcoming hiring needs, and co-create effective talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives.

Demonstrate Sourcing Excellence: Proactively identify and engage top-tier technical candidates, nurturing pipelines to meet current and future hiring demands. Provide competitor intelligence and market benchmarks to guide recruitment decisions.

Recruit Across Critical Roles: Lead end-to-end recruitment efforts for vital technical positions such as Backend and Mobile Engineers, Data Scientists, and other specialized roles across multiple markets including the UAE, Pakistan, Egypt, and Jordan.

Shape the Candidate Journey: Ensure a smooth and positive experience for candidates by setting clear expectations and maintaining timely, transparent communication throughout the recruitment process. Manage all stages from sourcing and screening to scheduling interviews and handling offer negotiations.

Stay Agile and Data-Driven: Regularly update stakeholders with insights, market trends, and recruitment progress. Track key metrics such as pipeline health and time-to-fill to continuously refine hiring strategies.

Required Qualifications

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

- Demonstrated success working in fast-paced environments such as startups, scale-ups, or rapidly growing technology companies.

- Proficiency in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and offer management, with hands-on experience using tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and Applicant Tracking Systems such as Greenhouse.

- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust, provide constructive feedback, and drive recruitment outcomes.

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

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

While specific benefits are not detailed, joining Careem offers the opportunity to be part of a rapidly scaling technology organization that is reshaping how millions across the Middle East live and connect. The role provides collaboration with some of the brightest minds in the industry and the chance to make a significant impact on the company’s technological future. Careem is committed to equal employment opportunity and values diversity, fostering a fair and inclusive hiring process.

This position presents a unique chance to contribute meaningfully to a transformative tech company at the forefront of AI-driven innovation in the region.