National Talent Specialist Emiratisation

Job Purpose

At Emirates Group, we connect the world through our global hub in Dubai, ensuring our customers always ‘Fly Better.’ As one of the most recognised and admired brands globally, we’re driven by innovation and excellence. Join us as a National Talent Specialist and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation by driving people strategies that empower our global workforce. Experience a fast-paced, multicultural environment where your expertise in human resources will contribute to building a world-class employee experience while advancing your own career on a global stage.

As a National Talent Specialist, you will deliver personalised and consistent career support to Emiratizations (UAEN), ensuring smooth transitions post-training, enabling long-term career progression, and driving engagement. You will also partner closely with HR Business Partners, Recruitment, Learning & Talent (L&T), and other HR COEs to execute Emiratisation initiatives, acting as the primary support channel for UAEN employees throughout their career journey.

In This Role, You Will

• Execute tailored career enablement support by providing UAENs with personalised guidance on development, mobility, and career growth, while executing programmes and initiatives that drive progression, engagement, and retention.
• Support smooth transitions from structured training into permanent roles by ensuring clarity on role expectations, career pathways, and development opportunities.
• Maintain and update detailed UAEN career profiles — including skills, aspirations, performance data, and readiness — to track progression, identify development needs, and provide accurate inputs into talent planning, reporting, and internal mobility processes.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and Recruitment to identify suitable opportunities, advocate for UAEN talent, and facilitate seamless internal career moves.
• Partner with L&T to schedule and support learning interventions, coaching, and mentoring aligned to individual UAEN needs and progression goals.
• Gather feedback and monitor engagement, sharing insights with the Emiratisation team, HRBPs, and other HR COEs to improve the employee experience and inform career enablement strategies.
• Act as the first point of contact for UAENs, providing consistent support and fostering inclusion, empowerment, and a positive career journey experience.
  
  

Qualification

To be considered for the role, you must meet the below requirements:

• Degree in HR, Industrial Relations, Industrial Psychology, or a similar field with international recognition.
• Experience of 5+ years in Human Resources and Training.
  
  

You Will Have An Edge If You Have

• CIPD certification
• Exposure to a supervisory role or experience as a trainer/coach in a multicultural organisation.
• A good understanding of ways and methods of coaching and developing fresh graduates within a structured and defined time period.
  
  

At Emirates, were committed to providing our employees with opportunities to grow and develop in their careers. So, if youre looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply today and join our team.

Salary & benefits

Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary and travel benefits that are exclusive to our industry, including discounts on flights and hotels stays around the world. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website https://www.emirates.com/careers

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