Manager Future National Talent, Emiratisation
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About the Role
Emirates Group is seeking a Manager Future National Talent to lead Emiratisation initiatives, designing and executing programs to attract and develop UAE National talent. The role involves stakeholder engagement, operational governance of early talent funnels, and partnership with educational institutions.
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Responsibilities
- Engage with business owners and senior stakeholders to identify strategic priorities and translate these into a structured annual plan for UAEN talent development
- Lead the operational design and governance of the UAEN early talent funnel, ensuring alignment across local and international markets
- Manage the development and execution of scouting, headhunting, and high potential talent identification strategies in collaboration with Recruitment and L&T
- Oversee the operational planning and delivery of all UAEN development initiatives and programs, while also driving the launch of new initiatives
- Provide strategic oversight for student and trainees support mechanisms, including personalized learning plans and career readiness frameworks
- Maintain strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including schools, universities and professional bodies
- Lead coordination with internal departments and external academia stakeholders to ensure a cohesive ecosystem supporting the Emiratisation talent pipeline
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or Equivalent) in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in Human Resources, Early Careers development, Talent Development, or other related fields
- Proven experience in designing and managing large scale national talent pipelines or youth/early careers strategies
- Experience working with UAE National development initiatives and stakeholders (e.g., universities, government entities)
- Ability to work with data driven insights to guide decision making
- Cultural awareness and understanding of UAE National development priorities
- Project and change management experience
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Job Purpose
- At Emirates Group, we connect the world through our global hub in Dubai, ensuring our customers always ‘Fly Better.’
- As Manager Future National Talent, you will lead the operational design and execution of initiatives that attract, develop, and prepare future UAE National (UAEN) talent for successful careers within Emirates Group.
- You will ensure alignment between educational outcomes and Emirates Group’s talent needs by overseeing early engagement programs, skills development initiatives, and career readiness support.
In this role, you will:
- Engage with business owners and senior stakeholders to identify strategic priorities and translate these into a structured annual plan for UAEN talent development, ensuring clear objectives and measurable outcomes.
- Lead the operational design and governance of the UAEN early talent funnel, ensuring alignment across local and international markets, and integrating Emiratisation goals to Emirates Group future UAEN talent needs.
- Manage the development and execution of scouting, headhunting, and high potential talent identification strategies in collaboration with Recruitment and L&T, connecting students to mentors, resources, and career opportunities.
- Oversee the operational planning and delivery of all UAEN development initiatives and programs, while also driving the launch of new initiatives bridge academic learning with industry needs.
- Provide strategic oversight for student and trainees support mechanisms, including personalised learning plans, career readiness frameworks, and the implementation of the UAEN Careers Passport and career advising strategy in collaboration with L&T.
- Maintain strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including schools, universities and professional bodies to support program success, talent development, and strategic alignment across all early talent initiatives.
- Lead coordination with internal departments and external academia stakeholders to ensure a cohesive ecosystem supporting the Emiratisation talent pipeline.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree (or Equivalent) Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in Human Resources, Early Careers development, Talent Development, or other related fields.
- Proven experience in designing and managing large scale national talent pipelines or youth/early careers strategies.
- Experience working with UAE National development initiatives and stakeholders (e.g., universities, government entities).
- Ability to work with data driven insights to guide decision making.
- Cultural awareness and understanding of UAE National development priorities.
- Project and change management experience.
Salary & benefits
- Join us in a management role and enjoy an attractive tax free salary.
- On top of our generous travel benefits, including discounted flights and hotel stays around the world, this managerial role also has an excellent leave and healthcare package.
- That’s on top of transport benefits, life insurance and more.
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