Future Talent Program Lead - UAE National
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About the Role
Tesla seeks a Future Talent Program Lead to drive the Emirati Future Talent Traineeship Programme in the UAE. The role involves end-to-end program delivery, mentoring trainees, coaching managers, and leading recruitment.
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Responsibilities
- Own end to end delivery of the Emirati Future Talent Traineeship Programme, including rotation schedules across Sales, Delivery, Service, and Customer Operations
- Serve as primary mentor and career coach for all Emirati Talent Trainees, conducting structured performance reviews and building personalised development plans
- Coach and upskill departmental managers on how to effectively host, assess, and develop trainees
- Collaborate with cross functional leadership to integrate trainees into day to day business activities
- Track, analyse, and report on trainee performance data, engagement metrics, and programme outcomes
- Lead end to end recruitment process for new trainee cohorts in partnership with Talent Acquisition
- Ensure all trainees adhere to Tesla's policies, procedures, and brand standards
- Coordinate logistics for trainees rotating across multiple Tesla UAE locations and events
Requirements
- Emirati/UAE National with family book (mandatory)
- Minimum 2–3 years of leadership, people management, or talent development experience
- Demonstrated track record of coaching, mentoring, and developing junior or early career talent
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic
- Data driven mindset with strong analytical and organisational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Valid UAE/GCC Driving License
- Willingness to travel regularly across Tesla UAE locations and events
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What To Expect
- As the Future Talent Program Lead, you are a passionate and people first member of Tesla's leadership team in the UAE.
- You are the driving force behind Tesla's Emirati Future Talent Traineeship Programme.
- You lead with purpose, combining operational excellence with an unwavering commitment to people's development.
What You'll Do
- Own the end to end delivery of the Emirati Future Talent Traineeship Programme, including rotation schedules across Sales, Delivery, Service, and Customer Operations.
- Serve as the primary mentor and career coach for all Emirati Talent Trainees, conducting structured performance and progression reviews.
- Coach and upskill departmental managers and supervisors on how to effectively host, assess, and develop trainees.
- Collaborate with cross functional leadership to integrate trainees meaningfully into day to day business activities.
- Track, analyse, and report on trainee performance data, engagement metrics, and programme outcomes.
- Lead the end to end recruitment process for new trainee cohorts in partnership with the Talent Acquisition team.
- Ensure all trainees adhere to Tesla's policies, procedures, and brand standards.
- Coordinate logistics for trainees rotating across multiple Tesla UAE locations and events.
What You'll Bring
- Emirati/UAE National with family book (mandatory).
- Minimum 2–3 years of leadership, people management, or talent development experience.
- Demonstrated track record of coaching, mentoring, and developing junior or early career talent.
- Strong understanding of Tesla's products, ecosystem, and core business functions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic.
- Data driven mindset with strong analytical and organisational skills.
- Ability to influence, inspire, and hold accountability across multiple stakeholder groups.
- High emotional intelligence with ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and composure.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Valid UAE/GCC Driving License.
- Willingness to travel regularly across Tesla UAE locations and events.
What We Offer
- A unique leadership platform with direct, measurable impact on UAE Nationalisation and Emirati career development.
- Close collaboration with Tesla's senior leadership and people teams across the UAE and wider GCC region.
- A fast paced, innovative, and purpose driven work environment.
- Opportunity to shape a flagship programme and leave a lasting legacy within Tesla UAE.
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