Lead Recruiter (Doha)

Company Description
International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services (GMS), headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com
Job Description
International SOS Government Medical Services is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Recruiter to join our Doha, Qatar team onsite. In this high-impact role, you will manage the full-cycle recruitment process, from assessing hiring needs to closing positions, ensuring we attract top-tier talent for our diverse and critical roles.
Key Responsibilities

Provides high level customer service to internal and external customers (e.g., timely response, expediting processes and procedures, frequent “high touch” communications, etc.).

Provide full life cycle recruitment support for a variety of positions ranging from entry-level to high level healthcare experts.

Provide consultation to hiring managers on all aspects of the hiring process, including hiring strategies, recruitment cycle timing, coaching and guidance on best practices and sourcing trends.

Responsible for developing, recommending, and executing recruitment strategy with decision makers to ensure a successful candidate search within the identified time frames.

Uses proactive methods to network with industry experts and professional industry related associations, in order to build ongoing passive candidate networks.

Creates a positive candidate experience (for both the selected and non-selected candidates) throughout the entire recruiting process.

Meet and exceed key performance metrics including time to fill, quality of hire, offer to acceptance ratio, and diversity of final slate.

Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws by accurately documenting all recruitment activities in the ATS.

Evaluate recruitment processes to identify inefficiencies and make recommendations for process improvement.

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Knowledge

Experience recruiting utilizing standard recruiting tools/sites, applicant tracking system, standard and social media recruitment.

Ability to deliver a high-quality pipeline of candidates.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

The ability to establish rapport quickly, engage challenging executives and develop trusting relationships.

Strong presentation skills. Competence working both individually and as a team member.

Demonstrate the ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, make quick decisions and work with highly confidential information.

Experience with Excel, reporting and another matrix.

Required Competencies
Drive for Results Customer Focus Integrity and Trust Problem Solving Dealing with Ambiguity Strong Interpersonal Skills Solid Business Acumen Negotiating.
Required Work Experience

5-7 years of experience in providing recruiting support for positions or relevant recruiting or staffing experience, preferably within the Middle East, including Qatar, as well as other international markets.

Proven experience in recruitment, preferably with a focus on government contractor technical, medical or specialized roles.

Experience working with Smart Recruiters or other HRIS/ATS systems.

Working knowledge on using different sources of recruiting to include, but not limited to, social media, job postings, LinkedIn Recruiter, indeed, job fairs, networking within the industry.

Familiarity with labor laws and recruitment regulations in Qatar, other GCC countries, and relevant international standards.

Knowledge of compliance with local and regional labor laws, including Qatar Labor Law, MENA and other countries employment policies, and global fair hiring practices

Experience building strong business relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.

Must have strong written/verbal communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, and the ability to make cold calls.

Ability to change recruitment direction and priorities, based on ever changing critical needs.

Ability to suggest and implement improvements and be a positive influence within the organization.

Experience working with geographically dispersed, virtual teams, and ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 5 – 7 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education of full life cycle recruiting experience.

3 years of industry experience in healthcare preferred. Experience working for a large multinational, matrixed organization preferred. Strong sourcing and networking skills preferred.

Experience maintaining confidential and sensitive information with proven ability to make decisions based on sound judgment.

Ability to work in a demanding, dynamic, and evolving work culture.

Physical Requirements:

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.

May require bending, stooping and lifting to 15 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate.

Ability to obtain a base security clearance if required.

Must be able to relocate to Qatar.

A valid passport is required from Country of Record and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay in Qatar.

Additional Information
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.
Min: $45,000 Max $65,000
Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services