Title:  Sr. Officer, Talent Acquisition

Founded by Samih Darwazah over 40 years ago in Jordan, Hikma's purpose is to provide affordable, quality medicines to the people in need. Based on very solid foundations, we continue to innovate daily and find practical solutions to transform the lives of the millions of people we serve.

At the end of the 1980s, we extended ours beyond the Middle East and acquired land in Portugal for the construction of a sterile factory for injectable pharmaceutical products. This was an important turning point for the company, and our first step into a new region. Today, in Portugal, we have more than 1000 employees and 3 factories for the production of injectable medicines. 

Hikma, intends to recruit a Sr. Officer, Talent Acquisition (m/f) for a hybrid position.

Main Responsibilities:

• Work closely with hiring managers to define role requirements, including technical competencies, experience, and behavioral profile.
• Support the preparation and validation of job descriptions aligned with business needs and organizational standards.
• Define appropriate sourcing strategies based on role complexity and market dynamics.
• Source candidates through multiple channels (job boards, social media, agencies, direct search).
• Perform CV screening to identify suitable candidates aligned with role requirements.
• Conduct interviews (HR interviews and coordination of technical interviews) ensuring structured and consistent evaluation.
• Provide recommendations and support decision-making with hiring managers.
• Prepare and manage job offers in alignment with internal policies and compensation guidelines.
• Act as the main point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Ensure proper follow-up with candidates, maintaining engagement and a positive experience.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date registration of candidate information and recruitment activities in People Connect.
• Maintain proper documentation and data integrity in line with compliance and audit requirements.
• Support the digitalization and archiving of employee contracts within individual personnel files.
• Open the digital employee files, ensuring all required documentation is properly collected and stored.
• Support HR development initiatives and activities (e.g., training, internal mobility, talent initiatives).

Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Psychology, Sociology or related fields
• 3–5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or recruitment roles
• Experience in manufacturing, or regulated environments (ideally pharma or food industry) 
• Strong knowledge of recruitment methods, sourcing techniques, and selection tools
• Familiarity with GMP environments and regulated industry requirements is an advantage
• Excellent interviewing, stakeholder management, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple vacancies in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, results-oriented, and strong attention to detail
• Fluency in English and Portuguese

We offer:

• Direct contract with Hikma
• Competitive salary aligned with the role
• Life insurance
• Health Insurance extended to student children (up to age 24)
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Real Growth Opportunities

If you think this is a good opportunity for your professional career, join us and contribute to Better Health, within everyone's reach, every day