Administrative Manager
Role Overview
Administrative Manager role based in Abu Dhabi focused on permitting, company classification, PRO services, and ADNOC compliance.
The role works with government authorities, free zones, and internal HR and Finance teams.
Key Skills for This Role
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About the role
Administrative Manager role based in Abu Dhabi focused on permitting, company classification, PRO services, and ADNOC compliance.
The role works with government authorities, free zones, and internal HR and Finance teams.
Key responsibilities
- Manage permits and licenses in line with ADNOC and Abu Dhabi government requirements.
- Oversee company classification and registration for engineering and oil and gas operations.
- Liaise with Abu Dhabi Municipality, ADNOC, MOHRE, and free zone authorities.
- Process employee visas, work permits, and labor cards; manage related renewals, amendments, and cancellations.
- Support ADNOC vendor registration, prequalification, and procurement compliance.
- Coordinate legal documents, regulatory applications, and company establishment matters.
- Maintain government documentation for audit readiness and monitor regulatory changes.
- Advise senior management and coordinate with HR and Finance on labor, payroll, and government fees.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, law, or a related field.
- At least seven years of experience in administrative management, PRO services, or government liaison roles.
- Extensive knowledge of Abu Dhabi authorities, ADNOC requirements, company classification, and UAE labor laws.
- Fluent spoken and written Arabic and English.
- Experience with immigration, visas, labor compliance, and business permits.
- Strong Abu Dhabi government, licensing authority, and free zone connections.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and government e-services portals.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred qualifications
- Engineering or oil and gas consultancy or contractor experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with ADGM, Abu Dhabi Municipality, and other regulatory frameworks is preferred.
- Experience navigating ADNOC vendor and prequalification systems is preferred.
About the company
The company describes itself as a multidisciplinary engineering organization working on projects intended to contribute to a more sustainable world.
It states that it has operated since 1957 and has more than 5,100 people working in over 130 countries.
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