UAE Authorities Liaison & Compliance Lead

Egis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UAE is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Manager to oversee approvals and ensure compliance with local laws. The successful candidate will manage the submission and tracking of technical documentation while leading a team and liaising with government entities. With 12 to 15 years of experience in regulatory roles, strong communication skills in English and Arabic, and a degree in a related field, this full-time position offers vital involvement in project execution.

Qualifications

• 12 to 15 years of specialized experience in authority liaison roles within the UAE or GCC.
• Exceptional verbal and written skills in English; Arabic proficiency is often mandatory.
• Ability to negotiate complex technical requirements with officials.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact with local authorities for approvals.
• Lead submission and tracking of technical documentation to obtain necessary certifications.
• Ensure project submissions comply with local building codes and standards.
• Supervise a team to prepare submission packages according to authority requirements.
• Identify potential compliance risks in the design phase.

Skills

Local authority approval workflows

Building codes knowledge

Strong communication skills

Negotiation & Diplomacy

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelors degree in engineering, Architecture, Business Management or a related field

Job description

A leading consultancy firm in the UAE is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Manager to oversee approvals and ensure compliance with local laws. The successful candidate will manage the submission and tracking of technical documentation while leading a team and liaising with government entities. With 12 to 15 years of experience in regulatory roles, strong communication skills in English and Arabic, and a degree in a related field, this full-time position offers vital involvement in project execution.