Jessica N.
Senior Executive Search Recruiter
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About
Jessica N. is a seasoned Global Talent Acquisition and Executive Search Specialist, with over a decade of experience delivering full-cycle recruitment across the GCC, MENA, Africa, and Europe. With a proven track record in executive hiring, Jessica excels in building global talent pipelines and managing cross-border talent acquisition strategies using tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS platforms. As a freelance Executive Search Recruiter, she has partnered with agencies to manage executive recruitment, strategically building talent pipelines and conducting market mapping. Her experience spans various industries including Finance, Electronics, and Logistics, focusing on leadership roles. Previously, at Dubai-based firms, Jessica successfully managed recruitment processes from mid-level to C-suite positions, partnering with clients on workforce planning and handling offer negotiations. With her educational background in Psychological Social Sciences, Jessica is adept at understanding social behavior and has developed robust relationships with stakeholders.
Experience
Executive Search Recruiter
Self-Employed · 2025 — PresentCollaborate with recruitment agencies throughout GCC & MENA to handle the entire executive recruitment process. Construct strategic talent pipelines and perform market mapping. Identify and place professionals in senior, managerial, and specialized roles while ensuring strong candidate engagement and effective onboarding.Talent Acquisition Specialist – MENA & GCC
Skill Set Consulting · 2021 — 2025Oversaw full-cycle recruitment for mid to executive-level positions in MENA and GCC markets. Engaged in executive search, talent mapping, and international sourcing efforts. Collaborated with clients to assess hiring requirements and workforce planning. Facilitated offer negotiations, onboarding, and client reporting. Fostered robust relationships with candidates and stakeholders while developing strategic talent pipelines.Executive Recruiter
Bull & Czar · 2022 — 2024Conducted executive searches across sectors such as Finance, Electronics, Furniture, Purchasing, and Logistics. Established targeted talent pipelines to identify leadership and specialized roles. Improved time-to-hire through proactive sourcing and market insights, while enhancing client satisfaction through regular communication.Human Resources Recruitment Officer
NGO · 2014 — 2020Managed the full recruitment cycle for positions ranging from junior to senior levels. Developed job postings, screened resumes, and carried out structured interviews. Coordinated payroll reporting alongside HR administrative tasks while supporting HR events and workforce planning.Job Placement Officer
American University of Technology (AUT) · 2018 — 2019Guided students in crafting CVs, preparing for interviews, and planning their careers. Built strong links with employers for internships and graduate opportunities. Organized career events and recruitment initiatives, enhancing collaboration between academic institutions and the industry.Billing & Admin Clerk
Libraire Antoine · 2009 — 2014Handled billing, invoicing, and logistics operations for over 10 branches, ensuring efficient functionality. Improved process efficiency and accuracy across branches while coordinating inter-branch activities to facilitate prompt service delivery.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Psychological Social ScienceLebanese University – Social Sciences Institute · 2006 — 2009