Government Affairs Manager

1 month ago

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Oil and Gas Job Search Ltd Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Government Affairs Manager to join our team in Dubai. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for managing government relations and interactions, including immigration and visa services for employees and their families, as well as commercial licensing for bp Middle East.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage government relations and interactions, including immigration and visa services for employees and their families
  • Coordinate the efficient and safe operations of the Dubai office, including hosting arrangements for other Middle East business as required
  • Act as SPA for managing outsourced service providers that service the Dubai office and act as relationship manager for Workplace on behalf of Castrol, Aviation, and T&S
  • Support BPME Board and the General Managers as secretary to the Board and the GMs meeting, as well as provide support and updates on GCD actions arising out of governing forum meetings
  • Administer and recommend policies, procedures, and laws required to operate in accordance with local law and regulations
  • Manage the interface SLAs between JLL (office support staff), Engie (cleaning staff), and Global Link (Outsourced PRO services)
  • Run the Dubai office and hosting bp aviation, Castrol, and T&S, as well as indirect procurement for all office needs, additionally act as SPA for interface management and liaising with Property Management services for all building requirements
  • Lead project management and interface for any government matter that needs interaction or bp action and provide government affairs support to Non-Operated Joint Ventures through SLAs
  • Report regularly to senior management concerning updates of local procedures and policies and act as lead or input to specific projects, for example, will be the prime lead on Project Less (UAE)
  • Support regional CE&A for communications and events coordination specific to Dubai, including developing effective communication and avenues in order to relay the required information to the businesses and respective key partners
Requirements
  • Higher education degree or equivalent experience
  • UAE nationality with family book
  • Fluency in Arabic and English
  • 7 years of experience in administration, facilities management, and government affairs and legal background and knowledge of the UAE and its functions
  • Ability to interact at senior level within BP and Government agencies, as well as strong negotiation skills
  • Structured, detail-oriented personality
  • Office Administration capabilities and Microsoft Office competence
  • Excellent project management skills related to special projects, including developing project plans, budgets
  • Very good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a matrix organization
About Us

At bp, we provide a company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements, and where fun and the attitude of giving back to our environment are highly valued. We offer a range of benefits, including life and health insurance, medical care package, and many other benefits.

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role.

Relocation Assistance

This role is not eligible for relocation.

Remote Type

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working.

Skills

Arabic Language, Government Affairs, Government Relations, Local Government, Office Administration

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