Employment law in the United Arab Emirates
Virtual live course to ensure you have an understanding of the core Labour Law requirements and the practical implementation of the laws and regulations in the region which is essential for those holding people-related responsibilities.
Synopsis
The pace of change in the employment, labour, pensions and immigration sphere in the UAE is fast and dynamic as the nation seeks to continue on its journey to attract foreign direct investment and to diversify its economy. Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 Regulating Labour Relations (the “Labour Law”), as amended, together with its accompanying Executive Regulations (Cabinet Decision No. 1 of 2022) (“Regulations”) and applicable ministerial orders are the main laws which govern mainland employment relationships in the UAE. Having an understanding of the core Labour Law requirements and the practical implementation of the laws and regulations in the region is essential for those holding people-related responsibilities. This course does not address the employment law regulations in the Dubai International Financial Centre ('DIFC') or the Abu Dhabi General Market ('ADGM'). If you wish to gain an understanding of the employment, pension and immigration regimes which apply in each of the DIFC and ADGM, see our UAE - Employment law in the DIFC and UAE - Employment law in the ADGM virtual courses.
Who should attend
This UAE Labour Law virtual training course is relevant to UAE regional HR managers and international HR managers or directors with responsibility for employees working onshore in the UAE. It will also be useful to managers and directors who anticipate entering the UAE market and who need to be aware of their responsibilities to their people. A prior knowledge of employment law in the UAE is not required to attend this course.
Programme
Session One
The employment law landscape in the UAE
- framework
- context
Recruitment
- background checks
- immigration
Contracts of employment
- mandatory requirements
- choice of law
Key statutory provisions
- probation
- term and notice
- pay, allowances, deductions
- leave entitlements
- working hours and overtime
- entitlements on termination
- non-compete
Session Two
Emiratization
- the requirements
- NAFIS scheme
- penalties and consequences
- employing UAE nationals
Disciplinary matters
- statutory requirements
- additional considerations
- practical guidance
Termination of employment
- process
- risk
- additional considerations
Discrimination and harassment
- protected characteristics
- harassment
- penalties
Labour Court litigation
- overview
Key contacts
Lisa Bryson Partner
M: +971 5668 16410 E: LisaBryson@eversheds-sutherland.com
Corrine Sobers Principal Associate
M: +974 5048 2603 E: corrinesobers@eversheds-sutherland.com
If your organisation is currently responsible for employees in global jurisdictions, or it is considering establishing operations overseas, it is essential that you are aware of the local employment laws and HR best practice. Eversheds Sutherland offers a range of global employment law courses. These courses provide you with the opportunity to learn from experts and from peers who are encountering similar situations to themselves.
For information on any of our international employment law training courses, please contact us on +44 (0) 113 200 4040 or employmenttraining@eversheds-sutherland.com
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