About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever wondered what it takes to shine in the fast-paced world of international beauty and wellness? As a Recruitment Specialist focused on the beauty industry, you’ll play a vital role in connecting talented female professionals from the Philippines and Nepal with top-tier salons in the Gulf. This isn’t just about matching a CV to a job description — it’s about fostering empowerment, elevating standards, and creating pathways for genuine career growth.
About the Company
We’re more than a recruiter — we’re cultivators of talent and community. Our in-house training and evaluation center isn’t just a feather in our cap; it’s where passionate professionals hone their artistry and adapt seamlessly to the dynamic Gulf work environment. Our team is collaborative, detail-oriented, and sincerely invested in every candidate’s journey. Fridays might find us doing hands-on demos or celebrating another successful placement — because seeing our people thrive genuinely fuels us.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Liaising daily with both partner salons in the Gulf region and recruitment networks in the Philippines and Nepal
- Conducting in-depth candidate interviews and skills assessments, both virtually and in-person at our training center
- Organizing and monitoring tailored training programs that go beyond the basics — think Gulf-specific salon etiquette and cultural fluency
- Providing ongoing mentorship, feedback, and support to candidates as they transition to their new roles abroad
- Maintaining meticulous records and ensuring every placement meets our standards for professionalism and integration
- Collaborating cross-functionally to improve training modules, placement processes, and candidate experience
- Staying on top of regional market trends, and sharing insights with the team to help us refine our services
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- Experience in recruitment, especially with international placements or in the beauty sector
- Strong cross-cultural communication skills and the ability to put people at ease
- A detail-oriented mindset — you know every placement is unique, and you treat it that way
- Comfort juggling multiple priorities without losing your sense of humor (or your cool)
- English proficiency; knowledge of Tagalog, Nepali, or Arabic is a serious plus
Nice-to-Haves:
- Firsthand exposure to salon operations or beauty centers (either hands-on or consultative)
- Familiarity with labor laws and visa processes in the Gulf
- Experience designing or delivering vocational training programs
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Access to ongoing professional development and industry training at our exclusive in-house center
- Supportive team culture — we genuinely celebrate mutual wins and personal growth
- Clear pathways for career progression, with the chance to specialize further or move into leadership
- Hybrid and flexible work arrangements to respect your work-life balance
- The chance to make a real impact — every successful placement is a life changed for the better
We believe success comes from investing in people — and if you’re passionate about bridging worlds and building careers, you’ll find your place here.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through your experience with recruiting for international placements, particularly in the beauty or wellness sector?
- How would you go about assessing a candidate’s skills and cultural readiness for a role in a Gulf-region salon?
- Tell us about a time you managed multiple open roles or placements at once. How did you stay organized and ensure every process was handled thoroughly?
- How do you stay current with market trends in the beauty industry, and how might you share those insights with your team?
- Describe your familiarity with the visa and labor requirements for overseas placements, especially in the Gulf. If you’re not deeply familiar, how would you go about learning what you need?
- What strategies would you use to help new hires adapt to the unique etiquette and expectations of beauty salons in the Gulf?
- Share an example of how you successfully helped a candidate through a challenging transition or onboarding process. What support did you provide?
- Describe a difficult conversation you’ve had with a candidate or partner employer. How did you handle it and what was the outcome?
- When working with professionals from diverse cultures, how do you tailor your communication style to build trust and rapport?
- Our team thrives on regular feedback and process improvement. Can you tell us about a time you contributed to evolving a training or recruitment program?
- What motivates you about connecting people with life-changing opportunities abroad?
- In a close-knit, collaborative environment, how do you handle constructive feedback from peers or leadership?
- With flexible and hybrid work arrangements, how do you manage your productivity and maintain strong connections with your team?