HR Generalist & Talent Acquisition Specialist

We are seeking a motivated and versatile HR Generalist & Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team in Cairo. This role is split equally between Human Resources operations and Talent Acquisition, with a primary focus on supporting NetWitness and other Portfolio Companies as they establish and grow their presence in Egypt. The successful candidate will manage the full recruitment lifecycle while providing day-to-day HR support to employees and managers, ensuring compliance with Egyptian labor laws and delivering a positive employee experience.

This position follows a hybrid work model, with part of the week based at our New Cairo office.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources (50%) 

Employee Lifecycle Management 

• Administer end-to-end HR processes, including onboarding, employment contracts, probation reviews, employee changes, and offboarding.  
• Prepare employment agreements, HR letters, and other employment-related documentation.  
• Maintain accurate employee records and personnel files in compliance with Egyptian labor laws and company policies.  
• Maintain effective communication and coordination with the global HR team regarding employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, offboarding, employment changes, promotions, transfers, and other HR-related updates to ensure accurate and timely information sharing. 
• Coordinate onboarding activities to ensure a smooth employee experience.  

Employee Relations & Compliance 

• Serve as the primary HR contact for employees and managers across NetWitness and other Portfolio Companies in Egypt.  
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment practices.  
• Support employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary processes, and workplace concerns.  
• Ensure compliance with Egyptian labor laws and company policies.  
• Support internal audits and maintain HR compliance documentation.  

Compensation & Benefits 

• Prepare monthly payroll inputs and coordinate with Finance and payroll providers.  
• Administer employee benefits, allowances, leave management, and HRIS updates.  
• Support salary reviews and employee incentive programs.  
• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits.  

HR Projects & Administration 

• Participate in HR initiatives, including employee engagement, performance management, policy implementation, and process improvements.  
• Prepare HR reports and metrics as required.  
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and enhance the employee experience.  

Talent Acquisition (50%) 

Recruitment 

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for positions across NetWitness and other Portfolio Companies operating in Egypt, from requisition approval through offer acceptance.  
• Partner with hiring managers across multiple Portfolio Companies to understand hiring needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.  
• Draft and post job advertisements across multiple recruitment platforms.  
• Source candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, employee referrals, networking, and other sourcing channels.  
• Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and evaluate candidates against role requirements.  
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.  
• Prepare and extend employment offers in partnership with the HR team.  
• Coordinate pre-employment checks and onboarding activities for new hires.  
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for future hiring needs.  
• Track recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, source effectiveness, and hiring activity, and provide regular updates to management.  

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.  
• 3–5 years of combined experience in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition.  
• Strong knowledge of Egyptian labor law and HR best practices.  
• Proven experience managing full-cycle recruitment across technical, sales, and corporate functions.  
• Experience working in a multinational or international organization is preferred.  
• Strong interviewing, sourcing, and stakeholder management skills.  
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.  
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.  
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are essential. Ability to communicate confidently with employees, hiring managers, and senior leadership in a multinational environment. Arabic language skills are considered an asset.  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, HRIS platforms, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).  

• Hybrid work model with office presence in New Cairo.  
• Opportunity to play a key role in supporting NetWitness and other Portfolio Companies as they build and expand their operations in Egypt.  
• Exposure to a dynamic, fast-paced environment supporting multiple technology businesses within a global investment portfolio.  
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.  
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.