Shahdan Zahran

MENA Talent Acquisition Lead at dentsu International

Professional Overview

Shahdan Zahran is an accomplished talent acquisition professional with extensive experience leading regional HR and recruitment operations across the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey. As the MENA Talent Acquisition Lead at dentsu International, Shahdan spearheads strategic talent acquisition initiatives to support the growth and development of the organization's diverse workforce in the region.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the MENA Talent Acquisition Lead at dentsu International, Shahdan is responsible for overseeing the full talent acquisition lifecycle, including sourcing, interviewing, and hiring top-tier talent to support the company's regional business objectives. Shahdan has played a pivotal role in building a robust talent pipeline and implementing data-driven recruitment strategies to enhance the organization's ability to attract, engage, and retain top talent.

Career Progression

Prior to his current role, Shahdan served as the Regional Talent Acquisition Lead (Africa, Middle East and Turkey) for Lipton Teas and Infusions, where he led a project-based talent acquisition initiative to support the company's expansion in emerging markets. Shahdan's earlier career experiences include roles as a Regional HR Business Partner at the World Food Programme and a Senior Recruitment Specialist at Partner PEO Ltd. Egypt, where he honed his skills in HR operations, talent management, and recruitment.

Academic Background

Shahdan holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Manchester, where he graduated with distinction.

Areas of Expertise

Shahdan's areas of expertise include:

• Talent acquisition and employer branding

• Regional HR operations and talent management

• Data-driven recruitment strategies and KPI tracking

• Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives

Professional Impact

Throughout his career, Shahdan has made significant contributions to the organizations he has served. At the World Food Programme, he played a crucial role in implementing a comprehensive HR business partnering framework that enhanced the organization's ability to support its global workforce. As a Senior Recruitment Specialist at Partner PEO Ltd. Egypt, Shahdan successfully implemented innovative sourcing and candidate engagement strategies that led to a 25% increase in the company's talent pipeline.

Conclusion

With his deep expertise in talent acquisition, regional HR operations, and data-driven recruitment strategies, Shahdan is well-positioned to drive transformative change and support the growth and development of dentsu International's workforce in the MENA region. His demonstrated track record of success, combined with his commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, make him a valuable asset to the organization.