Emiratization & Government Relations Lead

Rosewood Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Complimentary room nights

Learning and development opportunities

Global career opportunities

Parental leave

Job summary

Rosewood Abu Dhabi is seeking an Emiratization & Government Relations Manager to lead the hotel’s national workforce program and government liaison activities. You will drive Emirati talent attraction, development, and retention, ensuring compliance with UAE regulations and stakeholder expectations.

You will partner with government authorities and internal teams to advance talent initiatives, oversee regulatory processes, and contribute to Rosewood Abu Dhabi’s reputation and continued success in

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and Emiratization programs.
• Experience building productive relationships with government authorities and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Nafis and pension regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Emiratization strategy aligned with UAE workforce objectives and legislative requirements.
• Oversee end-to-end lifecycle of Emirati associates from attraction to retention.
• Serve as primary liaison with government authorities (MOHRE, ICP, GDRFA) and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure visa, labor contracts, Emirates ID, and related government processes are compliant and timely updated.
• Monitor Emiratization performance metrics and provide leadership with actionable insights.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives to improve Government Relations and Talent & Culture processes.

Job description

Rosewood Abu Dhabi is seeking an Emiratization & Government Relations Manager to lead the hotel’s national workforce program and government liaison activities. You will drive Emirati talent attraction, development, and retention, ensuring compliance with UAE regulations and stakeholder expectations.

You will partner with government authorities and internal teams to advance talent initiatives, oversee regulatory processes, and contribute to Rosewood Abu Dhabi’s reputation and continued success in