Director of Government Relations (UAEN)
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About the Role
e7 Group seeks a Director of Government Relations to lead relationships with UAE federal and local government entities. The role involves regulatory compliance, strategic approvals, and positioning the Group as a trusted national partner.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and execute e7 Group's Government Relations strategy aligned with corporate strategy and shareholder priorities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with federal and local government entities and other key authorities
- Serve as principal point of contact for senior government stakeholders, royal offices, and regulatory bodies
- Lead engagement with regulatory authorities to secure licenses, permits, approvals, and exemptions
- Provide strategic advice to GCEO, Board, and ExCom on government affairs and regulatory matters
- Monitor and analyze legislative, policy, and economic developments at federal and emirate level
- Lead Government Relations input into strategic projects, M&A activity, joint ventures, and new market entries
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Government Relations team
- Manage the function's annual budget, vendor relationships, and operational expenditures
- Ensure all government related matters are managed in line with governance framework and ethical standards
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, International Relations, Law, Business Administration, or related discipline; Master's degree strongly preferred
- Minimum 12+ years of progressive experience in Government Relations, Public Affairs, or Corporate Affairs
- At least 5 7 years in a senior leadership role, preferably within a UAE government entity, GRE, or large diversified group
- Proven track record of engaging at senior levels with UAE federal and Abu Dhabi government entities, regulators, and shareholders
- Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is mandatory
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Job Purpose
- Lead and shape e7 Group's relationships with federal and local government entities, regulatory authorities, and strategic stakeholders across the UAE.
- Serve as the Group's principal interface with government bodies, ensuring full regulatory compliance and securing strategic approvals.
- Position e7 Group as a trusted national partner aligned with UAE leadership priorities and long term economic vision.
Key Accountabilities
- Develop and execute e7 Group's Government Relations strategy aligned with corporate strategy and shareholder priorities.
- Build and maintain strong, trust based relationships with federal and local government entities and other key authorities.
- Serve as the Group's principal point of contact for senior government stakeholders, royal offices, and regulatory bodies.
- Anticipate and assess impact of regulatory, policy, and geopolitical developments on e7 Group's businesses.
- Lead engagement with regulatory authorities to secure licenses, permits, approvals, and exemptions.
- Oversee timely renewal and maintenance of all trade licenses, commercial registrations, immigration files, and establishment cards.
- Ensure full compliance with UAE federal and local laws, labor regulations, immigration, customs, and security requirements.
- Provide strategic advice to GCEO, Board, and ExCom on government affairs and regulatory matters.
- Monitor and analyze legislative, policy, and economic developments at federal and emirate level.
- Lead Government Relations input into strategic projects, M&A activity, joint ventures, and new market entries.
- Support engagement with Group shareholders, sovereign entities, and government related entities.
- Manage the Group's representation at high profile national events, exhibitions, and state visits.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, International Relations, Law, Business Administration, or related discipline. Master's degree strongly preferred.
- Minimum 12+ years of progressive experience in Government Relations, Public Affairs, or Corporate Affairs.
- At least 5 7 years in a senior leadership role, preferably within a UAE government entity, GRE, or large diversified group.
- Proven track record of engaging at senior levels with UAE federal and Abu Dhabi government entities, regulators, and shareholders.
- Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
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