Employment Law Update: DIFC and UAE (Comparative Approach)

Stay ahead of the curve with this LexisNexis Middle East CLPD-accredited online course, delivered in collaboration with the DIFC Academy. This session will equip legal and HR professionals with the latest insights into both UAE Labour Law and DIFC Employment Law, highlighting the key differences, recent reforms, and practical implications for organisations operating across jurisdictions. Through a comparative approach, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to navigate new compliance requirements, manage employment relationships effectively, and mitigate legal risks in today’s dynamic workplace.

COURSE DETAILS

Date: 25 November 2025
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon (GST)
Modality: Virtual Training (Zoom)
Accreditation: 2 CLPD Accredited Points

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Differentiate between key provisions of UAE Federal Labour Law and DIFC Employment Law
• Interpret recent reforms and procedural updates affecting employment contracts, benefits, and dispute resolution
• Evaluate compliance risks and legal implications for employers and HR professionals
• Apply best practices to contracts, policies, and dispute management under 2025 standards
  

SPEAKER

• Thenji Moyo – Partner, Gateley

A renowned employment law expert with extensive regional and international experience, Thenji advises multinational corporations, financial institutions, and government entities on complex workplace matters. She is widely recognised for her practical insights into UAE and DIFC employment regimes and is a sought-after speaker at leading legal and HR forums.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is ideal for lawyers, in-house counsel, HR professionals, compliance officers, and business leaders who need to stay current on employment law developments in the UAE and DIFC jurisdictions.

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