Emiratisation Government Relations Associate

FashionUnited; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Chalhoub Group is seeking a Government Relations Associate (Emiratisation) to support regulatory approvals, licensing, and stakeholder coordination across retail operations in the UAE. The role involves close collaboration with government authorities, legal teams, and internal departments to ensure compliance and business continuity for over 300 stores.

The ideal candidate should be UAE National, possess a relevant bachelor's degree, and demonstrate fluency in Arabic and English with strong

Qualifications

• UAE National (Family Book).
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline is required.
• Fluency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day government relations activities for Chalhoub Group across UAE.
• Coordinate licensing, permits, and regulatory approvals for stores and operations.
• Engage with government authorities, malls, and regulatory entities.
• Assist with documentation, reporting, and follow-ups to meet timelines.
• Support legal and administrative tasks for permits and trade licenses.

Skills

Arabic fluency

English fluency

stakeholder management

communication skills

problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, Government Relations, International Relations, or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chalhoub Group is seeking a Government Relations Associate (Emiratisation) to support regulatory approvals, licensing, and stakeholder coordination across retail operations in the UAE. The role involves close collaboration with government authorities, legal teams, and internal departments to ensure compliance and business continuity for over 300 stores.

The ideal candidate should be UAE National, possess a relevant bachelor's degree, and demonstrate fluency in Arabic and English with strong