Manager Future National Talent, Emiratisation

Job Purpose

At Emirates Group, we connect the world through our global hub in Dubai, ensuring our customers always ‘Fly Better.’ As one of the most recognised and admired brands globally, we’re driven by innovation and excellence. Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation by driving people strategies that empower our global workforce. Experience a fast-paced, multicultural environment where your expertise in human resources will contribute to building a world-class employee experience while advancing your own career on a global stage.

As Manager Future National Talent , you will lead the operational design and execution of initiatives that attract, develop, and prepare future UAE National (UAEN) talent for successful careers within Emirates Group in collaboration with Strategy, Learning & Talent (L&T), HR Business Partnerships and Recruitment teams. You will ensure alignment between educational outcomes and Emirates Group’s talent needs by overseeing early engagement programs, skills development initiatives, and career readiness support.

This is an emiratisation role open to UAE Nationals.

In this role, you will:

• Engage with business owners and senior stakeholders to identify strategic priorities and translate these into a structured annual plan for UAEN talent development, ensuring clear objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Lead the operational design and governance of the UAEN early talent funnel, ensuring alignment across local and international markets, and integrating Emiratisation goals to Emirates Group future UAEN talent needs.
• Manage the development and execution of scouting, headhunting, and high-potential talent identification strategies in collaboration with Recruitment and L&T, connecting students to mentors, resources, and career opportunities.
• Oversee the operational planning and delivery of all UAEN development initiatives and programs, while also driving the launch of new initiatives bridge academic learning with industry needs.
• Provide strategic oversight for student and trainees support mechanisms, including personalised learning plans, career readiness frameworks, and the implementation of the UAEN Careers Passport and career advising strategy in collaboration with L&T.
• Maintain strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including schools, universities and professional bodies to support program success, talent development, and strategic alignment across all early talent initiatives.
• Lead coordination with internal departments and external academia stakeholders to ensure a cohesive ecosystem supporting the Emiratisation talent pipeline.

Qualification

To be successful in this role, you must meet the following requirements:

• A completed and attested degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Human Resources, Early Careers development, Talent Development, or other related fields.
• Proven experience in designing and managing large-scale national talent pipelines or youth/early careers strategies.
Experience working with UAE National development initiatives and stakeholders (e.g., universities, government entities).

You’ll have an edge if you have:

• Ability to work with data-driven insights to guide decision-making.
• Cultural awareness and understanding of UAE National development priorities.
Project and change management experience.

At Emirates Group, we’re committed to providing our employees with opportunities to grow and develop in their careers. So if you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply today and join our team.

Salary & benefits

Join us in a management role and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary.

On top of our generous travel benefits, including discounted flights and hotel stays around the world, this managerial role also has an excellent leave and healthcare package. That’s on top of transport benefits, life insurance and more. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers