Dubai, Remote
Talent Acquisition Manager
Crypto's here to stay. That's one thing we're sure of. But what its future looks like—that's something we need you to create.
We're looking for the brightest and the best. And because we work pretty much everywhere across the Central European timezone, we aren't about to let borders stand in our way.
The role
We are hiring aggressively and need to strengthen our internal recruitment team with a best-in-the-industry Talent Acquisition Manager. We are looking for a seasoned headhunter who can secure candidates for some of the most unique and challenging roles in the tech industry. This role is for you if you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy bold and ambitious projects, and aren’t afraid to roll up your sleeves.
Responsibilities
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Lead end-to-end recruitment for (primarily) technical roles (C++, Python, DevOps, Trading Ops, Quant)
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Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and sourcing strategies
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Build and own talent pipelines: headhunting, sourcing, events, referrals, and external agency coordination
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Screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and manage offer negotiations and onboarding
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Improve recruiting operations: ATS processes, candidate experience, and hiring analytics dashboards
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Help shape a scalable recruiting infrastructure and playbook
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Represent Sparkland externally with professionalism and authenticity in a competitive market
Required Skills & Experience
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3–6 years of technical recruiting experience in tech companies; experience in HFT recruitment is a major plus
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Extreme ownership mindset: proactive, uncomfortable with inefficiencies, and eager to fix anything that hinders speed or quality
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Proven success in sourcing and closing technical talent, especially in low-latency and trading-related roles
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Strong stakeholder management skills with business and engineering leaders; able to disagree constructively and lead talent-related discussions with confidence
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Structured and detail-oriented
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Excellent communicator: clear, concise, and pragmatic
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Bonus: Experience recruiting in Dubai
What we offer
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Flexible hours
Although we work more or less in a Central European timezone, flexible hours are still part of the package. Because only you know when, and where, you're most productive.
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Relocation packages
Want to work in the Dubai office? We'll help you, and those closest to you, make the move, get set up, and get settled.
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Annual workations
Twice a year, we pack our bags and head off on a week-long work retreat so we can hang out in real life.
Like what you hear?
Simply tell us about yourself and your experience so far and upload your CV. That's all there is to it.
Apply now