General Affairs Manager

About the role

A multinational company is looking for a General Affairs Manager based in Dubai, overseeing smooth, safe, compliant and efficient GA operations for the Dubai office, including DIFC and JAFZA, while supporting consistent GA practices across the Middle East and Africa region. The role covers facilities, safety, assets, leases, government relations, vendors, budgets and process improvements.

Key responsibilities

• Office and facility management: daily operations, maintenance, utilities, access, parking, visitors, supplies, building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety), vendor coordination, events and communications
• Health, safety and security: safety programs, inspections, training, fire drills, risk assessments, emergency plans, incident investigation and business continuity
• Leases and workplace projects: leases, relocations, renovations, fit-outs, permits, insurance and service contracts
• Assets, residences and vehicles: asset records, procurement and disposal, company housing and staff residences, company vehicles and drivers
• Government and corporate administration: submissions to government bodies and free zones, trade licenses, permits, document certification and secretarial support
• Procurement, vendors and budget: Ringi approvals, budgets, contracts, quotations, vendor evaluation, invoice review and payment coordination
• Regional coordination: liaison with GA representatives across MEA and HQ, audits, training, manuals, reporting and process improvement
• Records and administrative support: contracts, licenses, assets, inspections, travel, accommodation and event logistics

Required profile

• 6+ years in General Affairs, facilities, corporate services, government relations or similar, preferably in multinational environments
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Knowledge of facilities, leases, contracts, assets, HSE, government documentation and budgeting
• Familiarity with DIFC, JAFZA and other UAE free zones is an advantage
• Fluent English and ability to travel between office locations and regions

Required skills

• Strong Microsoft 365 skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
• Vendor management and budget monitoring