International Operations Business Partner

About the role

The International Operations Business Partner coordinates daily operational, administrative, compliance and reporting activities for Dubai Chambers' international offices. The role ensures all documentation, renewals and follow‑up actions are completed accurately and on time.

Key responsibilities

• Support establishment of new international offices, handling registrations, licenses, permits, banking arrangements and office setup.
• Maintain accurate records of office documents, contracts, policies and compliance calendars.
• Track legal and regulatory requirements, coordinate with government authorities, law firms and professional advisers.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day interactions with external service providers, monitoring contracts, invoices and performance.
• Work with Finance, HR, IT, Legal and Procurement to fulfil cross‑functional operational needs.
• Monitor office expenses against budgets, prepare cost trackers and highlight variances.
• Identify and register operational, regulatory and financial risks, maintaining risk registers and escalation procedures.
• Prepare operational, compliance, financial and performance reports for senior management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Business, Management, Law, Finance, Compliance or related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in international operations, office administration, corporate services, legal operations or compliance.
• Proven experience supporting office establishment, relocation, restructuring or closure across multiple jurisdictions.
• Experience coordinating with government authorities, law firms, banks and service providers.

Required skills

• Risk management
• Compliance
• Project management
• Operational reporting
• Office administration
• Budgeting