Partnerships Associate

Chalhoub Group (on behalf of Zimmermann); Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Chalhoub Group (on behalf of Zimmermann) invites a Government Relations professional to build trusted relationships with government and external stakeholders across the UAE. You will coordinate with municipalities, ministries, and embassies while supporting business needs.

The role requires field-based work with travel across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, excellent communication in Arabic and English, and a proactive approach to permit processes and official documentation.

Qualifications

• UAE National (Family Book) required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Public Administration, Communications, or Political Science.
• Fluent in Arabic (spoken, written, and reading).
• Strong professional communication skills in English.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work in a field-based role requiring regular travel across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
• For male candidates, completion of UAE National Service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with government, semi-government, and strategic external stakeholders
• Coordinate with municipalities, economic departments, tourism authorities, ministries, embassies, and free zones
• Work closely with the Government Relations team to support business requirements and operational needs
• Facilitate permits, approvals, licenses, meetings, and official documentation
• Act as a key liaison between business leaders, brands, and external entities
• Attend meetings, networking events, and business forums representing Chalhoub Group
• Ensure timely follow-up and coordination on operational matters requiring external stakeholder involvement

Skills

Arabic language

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Public Administration, Communications, or Political Science

Job description

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with government, semi-government, and strategic external stakeholders
• Coordinate with municipalities, economic departments, tourism authorities, ministries, embassies, and free zones
• Work closely with the Government Relations team to support business requirements and operational needs
• Facilitate permits, approvals, licenses, meetings, and official documentation
• Act as a key liaison between business leaders, brands, and external entities
• Attend meetings, networking events, and business forums representing Chalhoub Group
• Ensure timely follow-up and coordination on operational matters requiring external stakeholder involvement

Requirements

• UAE National (Family Book)
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Public Administration, Communications, or Political Science
• Fluent in Arabic (spoken, written, and reading)
• Strong professional communication skills in English
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work in a field-based role requiring regular travel across Dubai and Abu Dhabi
• For male candidates, completion of UAE National Service is preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to two years of experience
• Previous exposure to stakeholder management, retail, partnerships, or government relations

About the Company

Chalhoub Group is the region's leading luxury retailer, focusing on building strong collaborations with government entities, strategic partners, and stakeholders to shape the future of the luxury business in the Middle East.