2026 - HR Leadership Programme - Dubai

Clyde & Co; Dubai; On-site; AED 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Clyde & Co in Dubai offers the UAE HR Leadership Programme, a distinct one-year pathway within our Business Service HR department. It provides meaningful insight into how the firm operates and how our teams support our work across the UAE, with hands-on HR experience and structured development.

You’ll begin with induction and training, then work on HR projects, guided by mentors, while your strengths and long-term goals are explored to shape your career path within our global network.

Qualifications

• UAE National (Family Book) required.
• Bachelor’s degree relevant to function.
• Relevant work experience.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Induction to our Dubai office and onboarding.
• Hands-on experience within the HR team.
• Contribute to key HR projects and initiatives.
• Structured training, mentoring and development reviews.

Skills

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Who We Are

We are a global law firm with over 35 years of established presence in the UAE. Since opening our doors in the Emirates, we have supported clients through the country’s rapid development and evolving regulatory landscape. Today, we advise sovereign entities, regional conglomerates and multinationals across sectors including construction, aviation, healthcare, education, trade and technology.

Who We Are

We are a global law firm with over 35 years of established presence in the UAE. Since opening our doors in the Emirates, we have supported clients through the country’s rapid development and evolving regulatory landscape. Today, we advise sovereign entities, regional conglomerates and multinationals across sectors including construction, aviation, healthcare, education, trade and technology. Our UAE offices play a central role in our global network. We are ambitious, fast paced and collaborative, and we are committed to delivering high quality work that contributes to the UAE’s continued growth.

About The UAE HR Leadership Programme

Our Dubai Leadership Programme offers a distinct one‑year pathway within one of our Business Service departments (HR, Finance or BD & Marketing) and is designed to give you meaningful insight into how our firm operates and how our teams support our work across the UAE. If you’re drawn to the operational functions that power a leading firm, this programme provides the structure, flexibility and exposure you need to explore your strengths and understand where you can make an impact.

The Programme

You’ll begin with a comprehensive induction & training before progressing into hands‑on experience within our HR team. You'll gain an insight into how the HR team collaborates with the business to support the firm’s strategic and day‑to‑day needs. You will also meet our people, observe real work in action, and contribute to key projects and initiatives. We tailor the programme around you, combining on‑the‑job learning with ongoing training, mentoring and structured development reviews. As you progress, we work closely with you to understand your strengths, aspirations and long‑term goals, helping you identify the career path that aligns with your ambitions. This is a journey shaped around you, in a culture that values individuality and ensures your voice is heard.

What You Will Experience

• An induction to our Dubai office.
• Deep insight into our HR funciton.
• Involvement in regional and international stakeholder/client work.
• Insight into how our UAE teams collaborate across our global network.
• Guidance and support from experienced professionals committed to your development.
• Opportunities to build peer network with likeminded graduates
• An appraisal process to better understand your strengths and interests

Eligibility

Essential

• UAE National (Family Book required)
• Bachelor’s degree (relevant to function)
• Relevant work experience
• Fluent in English

Desired

• GPA: 3.0+ preferred
• Prior business role or internship experience
• Strong extracurriculars

Programme Dates

• December 2026