Government Relation Manager; UAE National

Black & Grey HR is working with a well‑established UAE‑based conglomerate with a long‑standing presence in the region. Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Emirati national to join their team as a Government Relations Manager. This role is pivotal in managing the organization’s interactions with various government entities across the UAE.

• Government Liaison:
  Act as the primary point of contact between the conglomerate and various UAE government departments, municipalities, and regulatory authorities.
• Team Leadership:
  Manage, mentor, and lead the government relations team, ensuring efficient handling of all government‑related transactions and documentation (e.g., visas, licenses, permits, attestations).
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Stay abreast of changes in local laws and government procedures, advising internal stakeholders to ensure the group’s operations remain fully compliant.
• Process Optimization:
  Streamline internal processes related to government affairs to ensure timely and accurate submission of applications and renewals.
• Stakeholder Management:
  Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with key government officials to facilitate smooth business operations across the group’s diverse divisions (engineering, logistics, manufacturing, etc.).
• Reporting:
  Provide regular updates and reports to the Group CHRO regarding government relations activities, challenges, and operational metrics.
• Strategic Support:
  Advise senior leadership on the governmental landscape to support the company’s strategic growth and infrastructure projects.

• Proven experience working directly with different government bodies across the UAE. Experience with in a large conglomerate or holding company is highly advantageous.
• Must have prior experience handling, supervising, or leading a team.
• Exceptional ability to organize workflows, manage multiple deadlines, and handle high‑volume documentation accurately.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (written and verbal) is required.
• Deep understanding of UAE labor law, immigration rules, and local municipal procedures.

• Attractive Salary & Benefits along with an opportunity to join a market‑leading conglomerate with a diverse portfolio, working closely with executive leadership to drive the group’s governmental affairs strategy.