Emiratization & Government Relations Manager National

Rosewood Hotels and Resorts; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Complimentary room nights

Learning & development

Global career opportunities

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Rosewood Abu Dhabi seeks an Emiratization & Government Relations Manager to lead UAE-national workforce initiatives, liaise with government authorities, and ensure regulatory compliance across the hotel. You will attract, develop, and retain Emirati talent while partnering with regulatory bodies.

The role requires strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law, stakeholder engagement, and bilingual communication in Arabic and English, with a focus on talent development and process optimization within a

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and Emiratization programs.
• Experience building relationships with government authorities.
• Passion for developing Emirati talent and career growth.
• Excellent Arabic and English communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Emiratization strategy in alignment with UAE goals and regulations.
• Oversee end-to-end management of Emirati talent lifecycle: attraction, onboarding, development, retention.
• Build partnerships with MOHRE, ICP, GDRFA, and pension bodies, ensuring compliance.
• Oversee visa, contracts, Emirates ID processes and timely renewals.
• Monitor performance metrics and provide leadership with insights.
• Drive digital transformation to enhance Government Relations and Talent & Culture processes.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Policy knowledge

Data analysis

Arabic & English

Regulatory compliance

Job description

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.

THE TEAM

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.

YOUR ROLE

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.

HOW YOU LL MAKE THE PLACE

• 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.

COULD THIS BE YOU?

• 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.

OUR BENEFITS

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.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

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.