Job Description

Job Title: UAEN Government Relations Officer (Emirati)

Experience: 2 to 5+ Years

Location: Corporate Office, Dubai

Work Mode: Full-Time

Department: Administration

Reporting To: HR Manager

Job Brief

As the Government Relations Officer (GRO), you will act as the primary bridge between the company and UAE government authorities. This role ensures smooth interactions with government departments, compliance with regulations, and successful navigation of local government protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison with UAE government departments and agencies.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with government officials to facilitate approvals and permissions.
• Represent the company at government meetings, events, and forums as required.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, especially in real estate and construction.
• Oversee and manage legal documentation, ensuring timely renewal of licenses, permits, and registrations.
• Monitor and communicate regulatory changes or new government policies to the management team.
• Handle applications for construction permits, land use permissions, and other regulatory approvals.
• Maintain a robust system for document management to support compliance audits and efficient retrieval.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any regulatory issues affecting company operations or projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams (legal, HR, operations) to address government-related requirements.
• Regularly update management on the status of permits, applications, and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2 to 5+ years in government relations or a similar role, preferably in the real estate sector.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• Language Skills: Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills for effective collaboration with government officials.
• Negotiation skills to secure approvals and resolve regulatory issues.
• Deep understanding of UAE regulations, particularly in real estate, construction, and corporate compliance.
• Excellent document management skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

This role offers an opportunity to be at the forefront of the company’s interactions with government authorities, ensuring compliance and fostering smooth operations. Join us to contribute to meaningful projects in a collaborative environment!

Application Instructions

If you are a result-oriented UAEN Government Relations Officer (Emirati) with 2 to 5+ years of experience and a passion for contributing to the growth of our client's company, we invite you to apply by sharing your updated resume with or apply here.

Note: We value every application. Due to the high volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Your understanding is appreciated in this regard!