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Expired on April 6, 2026
Government Relations Manager
Job Description
The individual will be a highly motivated and experienced Emirati national responsible for overseeing all interactions between our organization and UAE government entities. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring in-depth knowledge of UAE regulations, particularly labor law and licensing requirements. The manager will be a key resource for the organization, ensuring full compliance and proactive engagement with government stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Government Engagement: Develop and execute government relations strategy
- Build and maintain relationships with key government stakeholders and regulatory bodies
- Represent the organization in official government meetings
- Monitor and analyze new legislative and regulatory developments
- Labor Law & Compliance: Serve as subject matter expert on UAE Labour Law and Immigration
- Ensure full organizational compliance with labor regulations
- Oversee labor and immigration processes (visas, labor contracts, permits)
- Provide guidance on employee relations and disciplinary actions
- Licensing & Regulatory Affairs: Oversee company licensing, renewals, and amendments
- Systems & Operations Management: Manage government online portals (ICP, Tasheel, Amer, etc.)
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the government relations team
- Reporting & Communication: Provide regular reports to senior management
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Law, Public Relations, Political Science, or a related field
- 7+ years experience with at least 2 years as a manager in a GR department
- Highly motivated and experienced Emirati national
- Additional certification in HR or Labour Law (desirable)