Conrad Dubai careers day attracts 5137 candidates

 Two recruitment days held by the soon-to-open Conrad Dubai attracted a staggering 5137 candidates.

 Hilton Worldwide’s 550-key property on Sheikh Zayed Road is expected to open in quarter two, 2013, and is recruiting for more than 700 positions across all levels.

The two recruitment days were held on November 23 and November 24 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

The applicants had the opportunity to meet the Conrad team already onboard, including the GM, heads of departments and line managers to discuss potential career opportunties, according to Nawaz Mahmood, director of human resources at the hotel.

Successful candidates were presented with an offer and contract on site.

Mahmood said there were many advantages to joining a preopening team: “To experience all three launch stages of a hotel, including pre-opening, launch and post-launch, is a great opportunity for professionals to acquire a wealth of knowledge, skills and exposure to the hospitality industry, and with Conrad Dubai, at a leading luxury standard. This is key in developing and furthering your career having had the chance to experience the entire process from the very beginning.”

He said the top assets sought-after were motivation and passion; personality and attitude, and experience.

Those interested in careers at the Conrad Dubai can email: dubai.recruitment@conradhotels.com

But first, click through to next page to see Mahmood’s TOP FIVE TIPS FOR SECURING A JOB AT THE CONRAD DUBAI

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1. Apply for a position that your skills and experience are most suited to.

2. Ensure that your CV is up to date, clear and concise with your most recent experience detailed at the top.

3. When selected for an interview, invest time in researching Conrad Dubai, the global Conrad brand, and Hilton Worldwide.

4. During the interview, show enthusiasm and passion as to why you wish to join a leading luxury hotel brand, and tell us what it is that you can bring to the company and what your career aspirations are.

5. Prepare a handful of questions ready to ask during the interview ask about the position or the hotel for example.