Overview
Role Overview : We are seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Manager – Emiratization to support our nationalization efforts by driving end-to-end talent acquisition, employee engagement, and career development for Emirati talent. This role plays a key part in executing Emiratization strategy, building strong relationships with national candidates, and representing the company at career fairs, open days, and government-led initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead the sourcing, screening, and hiring of UAE Nationals across departments and levels.
- Partner with government and educational institutions to build strong Emirati talent pipelines.
- Coordinate and represent the company at career fairs, open days, and national recruitment events.
- Develop tailored recruitment campaigns and outreach plans in alignment with the Emiratization strategy.
- Employee Relations & Development
Serve as the point of contact for all UAE National employees regarding onboarding, support, and career progression.
Collaborate with line managers to ensure proper onboarding, training, and development plans are in place.Address and resolve employee concerns in alignment with company values and UAE labor law.Monitor engagement and retention of Emirati talent and propose improvement strategies.Maintain and regularly update Emiratization data, dashboards, and reports for internal and external stakeholders.Ensure compliance with all government regulations related to Emiratization targets and reporting.Coordinate with internal HR teams to align nationalization efforts with broader HR strategies.Requirements
UAE National (with valid passport and family book)Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.3-4 years of experience in Human Resources, with a strong focus on talent acquisition and employee relations.Proven experience in Emiratization or nationalization programs.Strong knowledge of UAE labor law and national hiring mandates.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Willingness to travel locally for career fairs, open days, and outreach events.Proficiency in both Arabic and English (written and spoken).Preferred Attributes
Experience building partnerships with universities and government entities.Familiarity with ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) and HR reporting tools.Proactive, empathetic, and solutions-oriented approach to HR.Job Details
Seniority level : Entry levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Human ResourcesIndustries : Retail Apparel and Fashion#J-18808-Ljbffr