Employment Law United Arab Emirates

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Doing business in the United Arab Emirates: navigating the legal and cultural challenges to ensure business success
1-day interactive seminar
28 Oct 2010
London £550 + VAT

Employment Law United Arab Emirates in brief:

With expatriate workers making up 90% of Dubai’s population it is clear that foreign companies need a good understanding of the employment law governing Dubai, and the other emirates.

This interactive seminar provides a comprehensive overview of the law in this fascinating and diverse country - with a comparative approach to the position in the UK.

This event is CPD accredited.

Designed for:

HR directors, HR managers, employment law advisers, employee relations professionals, Anyone who has, or expects to have, responsibility for overseas staff in the United Arab Emirates

Please note : This seminar does not cover the regulations governing the DIFC so would not match the needs of businesses operating in the \\\"free zone\\\"

Training highlights:

  • Authoritative overview of employment law in the United Arab Emirates
  • Compare UAE employment law with the position in the UK
  • Gain an appreciation of local employment law issues and cultural differences
  • Get access to reliable information on employment conditions, policies and procedures

The Programme

09:00
Registration and coffee
09:30
Introduction to employment law in the United Arab Emirates
  • Legal system and employment legislation in the UAE
  • Free zone rules and regulations - a brief overview
  • Recruitment including Emiritisation and sponsorship of ex-patriate employees
10:15
The employment relationship and employment contracts
  • Terms and conditions of employment contracts
  • Fixed term workers
  • References
  • Retirement and pensions
11:00
Coffee
11:15
Pay and working time
  • Remuneration and benefits
  • Working time
  • Holidays and special leave
  • Holiday and sickness pay
  • End of service payments
12:00
Discrimination law in the United Arab Emirates
  • The position in the UAE – and how this differs to the UK
  • Harassment and bullying
13:00
Lunch
14:00
Grievances and disciplinary procedures
  • Managing discipline, grievances and dismissal
  • Arbitrary dismissal
  • Enforcement and dispute resolution
  • Termination
14:45
Family-friendly rights
  • Statutory leaves
  • Maternity rights
15:30
Tea
15:45
Religious and cultural awareness
16:15
Health and safety
16:30
Current trends and developments
17:00
End of seminar

Client testimonials

I felt the course was excellent, well paced and relevant – I thought it was very good that Kerry lives in the UAE so she could give appropriate examples

—Jacqui Kemp, HR Manager – UK and WEMEA, AVEVA Solutions Limited

It was very informative, with good examples of how the legal requirements are applied

—Debbie Willows, HR Director, Waterman Group

A well run, professional and insightful seminar

—Paul Cadman, Director of HR, Ecovertfm

The seminar was very thorough and wide reaching in context. Kerry had excellent knowledge and presented the topic clearly

—Kristal Painter, HR Manager, Aukett Fitzroy Robinson Ltd

It was a professionally delivered programme which was good value for money

—Mark Browning, Group HR Manager, Gardline Marine Sciences

Exceeded expectations, an A-Z all you could need to know whistle-stop tour without feeling rushed. Delivered by a truly knowledgeable professional – well done!

—Kate Forster, International HR Business Partner, CfBT Education Trust

Very relevant and met my learning expectations

—Tina Connell, HR Director/Regional Leader, Gensler

Very worthwhile and valuable!

—Michelle Pugh, HR Business Partner, QBE European Operations

Would highly recommend

—Kelly Varty, HR Representative , Harris Stratex Networks (UK) Limited

Venue details

Radisson Edwardian Grafton Hotel
130 Tottenham Court Road
London
W1T 5AY

Tel. +44 (0)20 7388 4131
Fax. +44 (0)20 7387 7394
Email. resgraf@radisson.com

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This smart West End hotel has a central location to suit business and leisure travellers. The mood is smart, colonial and clubby.

The Hotel’s extensive art collection includes new Vietnamese paintings and fine Qing dynasty temple bells. There’s a pleasing buzz to this luxury London hotel that reflects the energy of its Tottenham Court Road location, equally good for the City, the West End or even Paris via St Pancras station.

 Through the airy marbled lobby, Astons is the hotel’s soul, a lively bar and restaurant hosting an eclectic local crowd. Rooms by contrast are peaceful, stylish and ergonomically designed for ultimate relaxation.

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Testimonials

“I felt the course was excellent, well paced and relevant – I thought it was very good that Kerry lives in the UAE so she could give appropriate examples”

— Jacqui Kemp, HR Manager – UK and WEMEA,
AVEVA Solutions Limited

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