Government Relations Associate – Emiratisation

About the role

The Government Relations Associate (Emiratisation) will support Chalhoub Group’s administration team in ensuring seamless operations across more than 300 stores in the UAE. This role is ideal for an Emirati professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, people‑focused environment and enjoys coordinating with government authorities, internal stakeholders, and legal teams.

Key responsibilities

• Support trade license applications, renewals, amendments and related government formalities.
• Coordinate lease registration requirements following leasing agreements.
• Obtain authority approvals for new store openings and business operations.
• Monitor compliance requirements and follow up with relevant government entities.
• Prepare and process permits for promotions, sales campaigns, seasonal activations and commercial initiatives, including police, mall and maintenance permits.
• Coordinate after‑hours work, fit‑outs, maintenance activities and other authority requirements.
• Liaise with government authorities, municipalities, Civil Defence, police departments, malls and regulatory entities to process approvals and NOCs.
• Support the Legal team with documentation, contracts, notary requirements and powers of attorney.
• Maintain accurate records of permits, approvals and compliance, and assist with administrative reporting and trackers.

Required profile

• Emirati professional with a strong interest in government relations and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, people‑focused environment and manage multiple stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills to interact with internal teams and external authorities.

Required skills