Assistant Manager – Emiratization & National Talent Acquisition

Summary

Emiratization Strategy & Workforce Planning

• Execute the Emiratization roadmap aligned with business objectives and UAE regulatory requirements
• Support achievement of annual Emiratization targets across all business units
• Partner with department heads to identify, plan, and prioritize roles for UAE nationals
• Align Emiratization initiatives with workforce planning and business growth

Government & Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the key point of contact with:
• Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization
• Nafis Programme
• General Pension and Social Security Authority
• Manage end-to-end coordination related to GPSSA registrations, contributions, and pension compliance for UAE national employees

Uae National Talent Acquisition

• Drive recruitment initiatives for UAE nationals through multiple sourcing channels
• Build strong talent pipelines via universities, career fairs, and national hiring platforms
• Own and drive the timely hiring of UAE national talent in line with Emiratization targets.
• Support employer branding initiatives to position the organization as an employer of choice for Emirati talent

Employee Relations, Engagement & On-Ground Presence

• Act as the primary HR contact for UAE national employees across business units
• Conduct regular site visits and face-to-face interactions with Emirati employees to:
• Understand concerns and workplace challenges
• Gather feedback on employee experience
• Strengthen engagement, trust, and communication
• Build strong relationships with UAE national employees to enhance retention and satisfaction
• Drive engagement initiatives tailored specifically for the Emirati workforce
• Proactively address employee concerns in coordination with HR Business Partners and line managers

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 5–7 years of HR experience
• Minimum 3–5 years of direct experience in Emiratization and UAE national hiring
• Proven track record in achieving Emiratization targets
• Experience in medium to large organizations (1,000+ employees preferred)

Employee Relations Experience

• Hands-on experience in employee relations, and engagement initiatives
• Ability to manage sensitive employee concerns with professionalism and confidentiality
• Experience in conducting on-ground/site-level employee interactions

Government & Compliance Experience

• Strong understanding of UAE labor laws and Emiratization regulations
• Hands-on experience working with:
• Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
• Nafis Programme
• Mandatory experience in handling GPSSA registrations and pension compliance

Other Requirements

• Valid UAE driving license (mandatory)
• Willingness to travel across company locations for employee engagement