Senior Government Relations Manager (EMIRATI)

We are hiring a 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 – 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 for an 𝐀𝐛𝐮 𝐃𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢, 𝐔𝐀𝐄 based opportunity.This role is ideal for an experienced professional who can lead government engagement, navigate complex approval requirements, and provide strategic regulatory guidance across major projects in the UAE.𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬-Lead senior-level engagement with government authorities and regulatory bodies, building strong relationships that support current and future project requirements.-Oversee complex approval pathways and intervene on critical matters that could affect project timelines, cost, or operational readiness.-Advise senior stakeholders on regulatory developments, potential risks, and practical actions required to maintain project momentum and compliance.-Strengthen governance across permits and approvals by improving accountability, escalation processes, visibility, and decision making.-Coordinate closely with project teams, consultants, contractors, and internal functions to resolve regulatory dependencies and remove approval bottlenecks.-Drive continuous improvement across government relations and permitting through better processes, tracking tools, standardisation, and lessons learned.𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬-Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or a related discipline.-12+ years of progressive experience in government relations, permitting, regulatory affairs, or authority engagement within the UAE.-Strong track record of handling complex regulatory approvals and resolving escalated matters across major projects.-Deep understanding of UAE regulatory frameworks, local authority processes, and government stakeholder engagement.-Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder influence, and decision making skills, with the confidence to advise senior leadership.𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠This role offers the opportunity to operate at a senior level across major projects, influence regulatory strategy, and build trusted relationships with key government stakeholders.𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲If you have extensive UAE government relations experience and a strong track record of navigating complex approvals and regulatory environments, we would love to hear from you.***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted***