Corporate Affairs Manager – DIFC

About the role

The Corporate Affairs Manager will oversee office operations, facilities, health & safety, lease management, asset administration, and government compliance for our DIFC location. This senior role coordinates across regional offices and supports business continuity initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily office functions including maintenance, cleaning, utilities, access control, parking, visitor handling, and workplace services.
• Lead health, safety & security programs, conduct inspections, fire drills, risk assessments and maintain emergency equipment and plans.
• Oversee lease negotiations, office relocations, fit‑outs, renovations and ensure timely renewals of permits and contracts.
• Maintain accurate records of fixed assets, company housing, and vehicle fleet, coordinating with IT and finance as needed.
• Handle government submissions, trade license renewals, document certification, and provide secretarial support for board and shareholder documentation.
• Prepare budgets, manage vendor contracts, review invoices and monitor spend against approvals.
• Coordinate regional GA meetings, audits, training, and drive process digitalisation and automation.

Required profile

• Minimum 6 years of experience in general affairs, facilities, corporate services or government relations, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel between office locations and regions as required.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).