Senior Manager Emiratisation Development and Talent Programs - Al Futtaim Group - Dubai, UAE

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 334,800 - 468,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation aligned with Al-Futtaim Group standards

Long-term career growth within a leading private sector employer

Job summary

AlFuttaim is seeking a Senior Manager – Emiratisation Development and Talent Programs in Dubai. This strategic role involves designing and delivering talent development initiatives for Emirati nationals, with a focus on building leadership pipelines while aligning with national Emiratisation objectives.

The ideal candidate will have experience in nationalisation programmes, drive change across diverse environments, and manage a team effectively. Joining AlFuttaim means contributing to a leading group's commitment to sustainable careers for UAE nationals.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Emiratisation, nationalisation programmes, or large-scale talent development initiatives.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex, multi-stakeholder programmes.
• Strong understanding of UAE national talent agendas and workforce development frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full portfolio of Emiratisation development programmes across Al-Futtaim business verticals.
• Translate the Group Emiratisation strategy into detailed operational plans with clear milestones and KPIs.
• Lead end-to-end programme execution through internal teams, ensuring quality, consistency, and impact.

Skills

Emiratisation strategy and programme design

Talent development and leadership pipeline creation

Stakeholder and partner management

Team leadership and operational governance

Learning innovation and programme evaluation

Strong communication, planning, and execution skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field

Job description

Senior Manager – Emiratisation Development and Talent Programs

The Senior Manager – Emiratisation Development and Talent Programs role in Dubai leads the design and delivery of structured talent development initiatives for Emirati nationals across Al‑Futtaim Group. This strategic role builds learning pathways from early career to leadership, strengthens Emirati leadership pipelines, and aligns programs with national Emiratisation objectives while positioning Al‑Futtaim as an employer of choice for UAE nationals.

Position Overview

The Senior Manager‑Emiratisation Development and Talent Programs is responsible for translating the Group’s Emiratisation strategy into scalable, high‑impact programs delivered across multiple business verticals. The role partners closely with HR, business leaders, and external stakeholders to ensure strong governance, measurable outcomes, and sustainable talent pipelines.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Human Resources
• Function: Training and Development
• Salary: 30,000–42,000 monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Emirati (UAE National)
• Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full portfolio of Emiratisation development programmes across Al‑Futtaim business verticals.
• Translate the Group Emiratisation strategy into detailed operational plans with clear milestones and KPIs.
• Lead end‑to‑end programme execution through internal teams, ensuring quality, consistency, and impact.
• Partner with HR teams to optimise the Emirati candidate journey from attraction and selection to retention and progression.
• Manage, coach, and develop the Emiratisation team, assigning priorities and monitoring delivery performance.
• Handle operational escalations related to Emirati talent and resolve issues in collaboration with HRBPs and line managers.
• Act as the primary point of contact for HR Business Partners and business leaders on Emiratisation programmes.
• Build and maintain relationships with universities, government entities, and external partners.
• Lead vendor selection and management for learning, development, and leadership programmes.
• Track outcomes, report progress, and continuously enhance programmes to align with national agendas and business needs.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in Emiratisation, nationalisation programmes, or large‑scale talent development initiatives.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex, multi‑stakeholder programmes.
• Strong understanding of UAE national talent agendas and workforce development frameworks.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive change across diverse business environments.

Skills Set

• Emiratisation strategy and programme design.
• Talent development and leadership pipeline creation.
• Stakeholder and partner management.
• Team leadership and operational governance.
• Learning innovation and programme evaluation.
• Strong communication, planning, and execution skills.

Why Join Us

• Strategic leadership role shaping the future of Emirati talent across a diversified group.
• Opportunity to design end‑to‑end learning journeys with measurable national impact.
• Competitive compensation aligned with Al‑Futtaim Group standards.
• High visibility role with senior leadership engagement.
• Long‑term career growth within one of the UAE’s leading private sector employers.

About the Company

Al‑Futtaim Group is one of the Middle East’s most diversified privately held organisations, headquartered in Dubai with operations across automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare. With a long‑standing commitment to Emiratisation and national workforce development, the Group continues to invest in structured talent programmes that support sustainable careers for UAE nationals and long‑term organisational growth.