Senior Government Relations Associate - Real Estate

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Requires 5+ years of relevant experience in real estate or construction, with a strong understanding of UAE real estate regulations, government processes, and regulatory requirements. Proven experience dealing with government entities, authorities, and external stakeholders is essential. Experience with ADREC, ADGM, and/or DARI is highly relevant. Strong communication, stakeholder management, analytical, and problem-solving skills are necessary, along with the ability to work collaboratively.

Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location Abu Dhabi, UAE Nationality Any Nationality Salary Not Specified Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function Engineering - Civil & Construction Company Industry Property & Real Estate We are partnering with a semi-government real estate developer in Abu Dhabi to hire a Senior Government Relations Associate to support government stakeholder engagement, regulatory compliance, and project approvals. The role will play an important part in ensuring the company’s real estate development projects are aligned with UAE regulations, government requirements, and industry standards, while maintaining effective relationships with relevant authorities and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: • Manage relationships and coordinate with government entities and regulatory authorities. • Support project registrations, permits, approvals, and regulatory submissions throughout the development lifecycle. • Liaise with ADREC, ADGM and DARI on real estate development requirements and project-related matters. • Monitor regulatory and policy changes and assess their potential impact on projects and operations. • Coordinate with Development, Design, Sales, Legal and external consultants to ensure regulatory alignment. • Support the preparation, review, and submission of project documentation, reports, permits, and regulatory requirements. • Follow up with government authorities to ensure timely approvals and resolution of regulatory matters. • Support the management of regulatory issues and identify potential compliance and regulatory risks. • Assist with government stakeholder meetings, briefings, consultations, and other engagement activities. Requirements: • 5+ years of relevant experience within real estate or construction. • Strong understanding of UAE real estate regulations, government processes, and regulatory requirements. • Proven experience dealing with government entities, authorities, and external stakeholders. • Experience with ADREC, ADGM and/or DARI would be highly relevant. • Strong communication, stakeholder management, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work collaboratively with multiple internal teams and external stakeholders. About the Company Service Our aim is to provide our clients and candidates with a consistent, quality service that goes beyond the norm, giving them peace of mind and complete trust in our ability to meet their needs. Knowledge Big Fish consultants specialise in their fields and have extensive experience in the region and beyond. We take pride in our knowledge and network and believe that our relationships are built on trust and integrity and are made for the long term. Care At Big Fish, as well as caring for the people we work with, we also care about the world and environment we live in, that's why Big Fish support initiatives that promote human welfare, environmental protection and sustainability. Easy Apply