Senior Recruiter - MEA

At Valvoline Global Operations
, we’re proud to be The Original Motor Oil
, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco
, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future.

With a global presence, we develop future‑ready products and provide best‑in‑class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way.
We are originality in motion.

Our corporate values—
Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence
—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve.

We are united in our commitment to:

• Treating everyone with care.
• Acting with unwavering integrity.
• Striving for excellence in all endeavors.
• Delivering on our commitments with passion.
• Collaborating as one unified team.

When you join Valvoline Global
, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

The Senior Recruiter – MEA is a senior‑level recruiting professional responsible for leading full‑cycle talent acquisition across the Middle East & Africa region, while contributing to global talent initiatives and best practices. Based in Jeddah, this role partners closely with regional business leaders, HR Business Partners, and global Talent Acquisition teams to deliver exceptional hiring outcomes and build strong talent pipelines that support organizational growth in a diverse, fast‑moving region.

This recruiter will manage complex, senior, and hard‑to‑fill searches across MEA, bringing deep market knowledge, cultural fluency, and advanced sourcing capabilities. The role requires strong stakeholder management, the ability to operate autonomously, and the strategic mindset to deliver recruiting solutions that support both regional and global business priorities.

Full‑Cycle Recruiting for MEA

• Lead end‑to‑end recruitment for mid‑level, senior‑level, and specialized positions across MEA markets (Gulf countries, Levant, North Africa, and Sub‑Saharan Africa).
• Develop and execute tailored sourcing strategies informed by MEA market dynamics, cultural nuances, and talent availability.
• Partner with hiring leaders to define role requirements, ideal profiles, and selection criteria.

Stakeholder & Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to MEA business leaders and HR Business Partners. This includes Valvoline Global and building a strong partnership with Aramco stakeholders.
• Provide talent insights, competitive intelligence, salary benchmarking, and market data to influence hiring and workforce planning.
• Coach hiring leaders on effective interviewing, assessment, and decision‑making practices.

Candidate Experience

• Create a high‑quality experience for all candidates, ensuring timely communication, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity.
• Promote employer brand and employee value proposition in MEA markets.
• Ensure fair, compliant, and unbiased hiring practices.

Strategic Sourcing & Talent Pipeline Development

• Build and maintain strong pipelines for critical skill areas, including commercial, technical, supply chain, digital, corporate functions, and emerging markets roles.
• Utilize advanced sourcing tools (Linked In Recruiter, Boolean search, talent intelligence platforms, referrals, social media) to identify top talent.
• Conduct proactive market mapping for high‑priority roles and future needs.

Process Excellence & Compliance

• Maintain data accuracy and reporting standards within the ATS and recruitment systems.
• Ensure full compliance with employment laws and regulations across MEA markets.
• Optimize recruiting workflows to improve speed, quality, and efficiency.
• Support the adoption of global TA processes, tools,…