Talent Acquisition Lead

Title: Talent Acquisition Lead At KBR, we are shaping the future of sustainable energy and complex engineering solutions. We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Lead to support hiring across our APS business, delivering high-quality permanent recruitment across a range of disciplines and geographies in the Middle East. This is a hands-on, business-facing role where you will act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, driving recruitment strategies that align with business priorities. You will play a critical role in attracting top talent within the Energy sector , focusing on large scale Operations and Maintenance programs. You will also provide day-to-day guidance and support to the wider Talent Acquisition team, helping to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Talent Acquisition & Delivery Manage end-to-end recruitment for permanent roles across Engineering, Project Management, Commercial and functional disciplines Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, hiring strategies, and market approach Proactively source candidates using direct sourcing, talent mapping, and networking techniques Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and niche skill sets, particularly within Energy and Energy Transition Ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle Business Partnering Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing insight on hiring trends, market conditions and talent availability Participate in resource planning and business meetings to align hiring activity with project and organisational needs Influence stakeholders with data-driven recommendations to support decision-making Team Leadership & Collaboration Provide guidance, mentoring and support to Recruiters and a Recruitment Coordinator Contribute to team performance by sharing best practice, improving processes and supporting workload prioritisation Collaborate closely with HR, Marketing and Communications to strengthen employer branding and attraction strategies Operational Excellence & Reporting Drive efficient and compliant recruitment processes, ensuring adherence to KBR policies and employment legislation Produce and analyse recruitment metrics and reports, using data to optimise performance and outcomes Leverage ATS systems (e.g. Workday) to manage recruitment activity and maintain data integrity Employer Branding & Continuous Improvement Champion KBR as an employer of choice within the Energy sector Partner with Marketing to deliver innovative sourcing and attraction campaigns Contribute to broader Talent Acquisition and HR initiatives, including process improvements and strategic projects Qualifications: Degree in HR, Business or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) 8 + years directly related experience Proven in-house recruitment experience within the Energy sector (oil & gas and/or Energy Transition highly desirable) Demonstrated success recruiting for technical and professional roles, including Engineering, Project Management and Commercial Experience operating as a business partner , influencing stakeholders and managing complex hiring requirements Experience supporting or mentoring junior recruiters within a team environment Strong direct sourcing and talent mapping capability Confident working in a fast-paced, matrixed organisation with competing priorities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret and present recruitment data Proficiency with ATS platforms (e.g. Workday) and Microsoft Office tools CIPD qualification (or working towards) is desirable What Sets you Apart: A proactive, solutions-focused approach with high levels of ownership. Commercial awareness and the ability to align hiring with business strategy. A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a passion for delivering results. Curiosity and