Emiratization & Government Relations Manager
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Posted 14 days ago
About the role
OUR PURPOSE AND CULTURE
We are driven to create a future where people and place enrich one another. We are wholly committed to rooting ourselves more deeply in every place we are in while setting new benchmarks for positive impact.
As a pioneering collective with a common purpose, we curate extraordinary moments and honor the soul of every place along our journey. At Rosewood Hotel Group, we answer The Calling. Together, we Make the Place.
As part of the Talent & Culture team, you will play a key role in shaping the future workforce of Rosewood Abu Dhabi while ensuring seamless partnership with UAE government entities. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Talent & Culture, you will collaborate closely with department leaders, associates, and external stakeholders to advance Emiratization initiatives, foster talent development, and maintain full regulatory compliance across the organization.
As Emiratization & Government Relations Manager, you will lead the hotel's Emiratization strategy and Government Relations function, ensuring alignment with UAE national workforce objectives and legislative requirements. You will drive the attraction, development, engagement, and retention of Emirati talent while serving as the primary liaison with government authorities. Through your expertise and relationships, you will help create meaningful career opportunities for UAE nationals, support organizational compliance, and contribute to the continued success and reputation of Rosewood Abu Dhabi.
- Develop and execute the hotel's Emiratization strategy, ensuring alignment with UAE regulations, national initiatives, and business objectives.
- Lead the full lifecycle management of Emirati associates, including attraction, recruitment, onboarding, development, engagement, and retention.
- Build strong partnerships with government entities including MOHRE, ICP, GDRFA, Abu Dhabi Pension Fund, and other regulatory bodies.
- Oversee visa, labor contract, Emirates ID, and related government processes while ensuring full compliance and timely renewals.
- Manage Nafis participation, Abu Dhabi Pension Fund requirements, and all associated reporting and compliance activities.
- Collaborate with department leaders to create career pathways, succession plans, and development opportunities for Emirati talent.
- Monitor Emiratization performance metrics and provide insights and recommendations to leadership.
- Drive continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives that enhance Government Relations and Talent & Culture processes.
- You have strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law, Emiratization programs, Nafis, pension regulations, and government compliance requirements.
- You are experienced in building productive relationships with government authorities and external stakeholders.
- You are passionate about developing Emirati talent and supporting meaningful career growth opportunities.
- You possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both Arabic and English.
- You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- You are confident analyzing data, preparing reports, and translating insights into actionable recommendations.
- You demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential information.
- You are comfortable navigating government e-service platforms such as MOHRE, ICP, and GDRFA.
As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your wellbeing, professional growth, and life beyond work. This includes medical coverage, retirement benefits, paid time off, complimentary room nights, learning and development opportunities, global career opportunities, and industry-leading paid parental leave supporting eligible associates across all paths to parenthood.
At Rosewood Hotel Group, your voice is heard – and valued. We’re a community that encourages associates to be themselves, not fit into a fixed culture, and this philosophy shines through in our commitments to reflect and honor the history, culture and geography of our destinations. We’re not only committed to building and nurturing genuine, long-lasting relationships but to transforming them – and our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) strategy helps put these principles into practice.