Muscat – AmCham Oman (formerly the Oman American Business Council) successfully hosted an in-depth session on Employment in Oman, presented by Sabrina Saxena, Partner – Employment at Al Tamimi & Company, at the Radisson Panorama Hotel.

The session drew a strong turnout from AmCham Oman members, HR professionals, legal advisors, and business leaders eager to gain clarity on the latest developments in Oman’s employment regulations and the Social Protection Law.

Against the backdrop of new employment regulations being introduced, the presentation offered timely and practical insights into key areas affecting employers and employees alike. Topics included pre-employment and immigration considerations, employment benefits and entitlements, remote working, the Social Protection Fund, new benefits under the Social Protection Law, termination, and post-employment obligations.

Sabrina Saxena, who leads Al Tamimi & Co’s employment law practice in Oman and advises clients across Oman and the UAE, provided expert analysis on how the latest legislative changes impact workforce management, compliance, and HR policy implementation.

“AmCham Oman is committed to supporting our members through knowledge-sharing sessions that address current and practical business challenges,” said Rebecca Olson, CEO of AmCham Oman. “We are grateful to Al Tamimi & Co for their continued partnership and for helping our business community navigate complex regulatory developments with clarity and confidence.”

Adding to this, Ahmed al Barwani, Partner at Al Tamimi & Co Oman, commented:

“Employment law continues to evolve in Oman in alignment with the nation’s Vision 2040 goals. Through sessions like this, we aim to help organizations understand and apply these changes effectively, ensuring compliance while fostering fair and productive workplaces.”

The event concluded with a lively Q&A session and networking opportunity, reinforcing AmCham Oman’s role as a leading platform for professional exchange, business insights, and collaboration between the U.S. and Omani business communities.