Aira Jin Betil serves as a dedicated Researcher at Alchemy Search, bringing in eight years of professional experience in the GCC region. Her strong background in finance—gained as an Accounts Receivable Staff for a leading Asian agricultural exporter, as well as valuable experience in operations support at a global recruitment firm—equips her with in-depth knowledge of financial processes. 

Aira’s experience on both sides of the recruitment desk enables her to quickly identify high-caliber finance and accounting talent tailored to clients’ evolving needs. At Alchemy Search, she has contributed to successful research and placement support for roles ranging from mid-level finance professionals to senior strategic hires, consistently aligning candidate strengths with organizational demand.  

“I chose recruitment because I enjoy working with people and helping connect the right person with the right opportunity. It’s rewarding to support both candidates in their career growth and businesses in building strong teams.” 

“What I most like about working at Alchemy is the people. From my very first week, I’ve felt genuinely welcomed. There’s a strong sense of collaboration where everyone is willing to help each other succeed, which creates a positive and motivating work environment.” 

Approach to recruitment: Successful recruitment depends on clearly defining the job role, attracting the right candidates, and ensuring a smooth, fair, and respectful hiring process. It's about aligning the team, using data to guide decisions, and continuously improving the approach. 

Dubai highlights: Having moved to Dubai at 21, I am proud of building a life here independently. Over the past 8 years, I've navigated challenges and successes, growing personally and professionally while also supporting my family. This journey has shaped who I am today.