Government relations executive search in Dubai is at the heart of what we do. Hanson Search is a global executive search and talent advisory firm with over 20 years of experience placing high-impact government relations leaders across regulated and politically sensitive industries. We help clients in Dubai hire professionals who bring credibility, policy insight, and proven influence across public sector networks
In today’s fast-evolving regulatory and political landscape, effective government relations is not just about access — it’s about strategy, timing, and alignment with national priorities. In the UAE, where government interaction is essential to business growth, hiring the right government affairs leader can have a transformative impact.
Head of Government Relations
Director of Public Affairs
External Relations Lead
Government Liaison Officer
Policy & Regulatory Affairs Director
Senior Stakeholder Engagement Manager
We work across permanent, interim, and advisory appointments.
In today’s fast-evolving political and regulatory landscape, government relations leadership plays a vital role in helping organisations operate effectively, manage risk, and align with national priorities. In Dubai, where the government is driving ambitious transformation across technology, sustainability, trade, and innovation, engaging strategically with public sector stakeholders is more important than ever.
From initiatives like the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) to the Dubai Future Foundation and Smart Dubai, public-private collaboration has become a key feature of doing business in the UAE. Government relations leaders must be able to anticipate regulatory shifts, represent their organisation’s interests credibly, and build influence across government-linked networks.
At Hanson Search, we partner with organisations to hire senior government affairs talent who bring deep policy insight, commercial acumen, and trusted relationships with the region’s most influential stakeholders.
Navigating high-level engagement with ministries, free zone authorities, and strategic councils
Supporting alignment with UAE economic and sustainability strategies, such as UAE Net Zero 2050
Advising on stakeholder engagement across sectors like energy, healthcare, fintech, and infrastructure
Monitoring legislative developments and preparing organisations for regulatory change
Representing corporate or institutional interests in government forums, taskforces, and advisory groups
Whether supporting entry into the UAE market or advancing cross-border policy objectives, our consultants understand what it takes to deliver impact in one of the world’s most interconnected public-private ecosystems.
Our consultants combine deep knowledge of the UAE market with executive search expertise, enabling us to identify, assess, and secure the highest calibre of talent.
We specialise in hiring individuals who:
Develop and implement government affairs strategies
Monitor policy and regulatory developments
Build and maintain relationships with government officials and regulatory bodies
Represent organisations in stakeholder and legislative forums
Align public affairs with commercial and ESG goals
If you’re looking to secure top-tier government relations talent in Dubai or want to discuss your hiring strategy, get in touch with our expert search team today.
Our team possesses a unique blend of industry expertise, advanced recruitment acumen, and professional assessment skills on a global scale. With an in-depth understanding of the market, we are perfectly positioned to help you hire the best talent that you need
C-suite & Advisory
Career
Career
Public Affairs
Career
Public Affairs
Career
Public Affairs
Career
Public Affairs
Career
Digital
Career Enquiry