Our Regional Specialists
Our team is the foundation of everything we do
Made up of experienced specialists from across the region and beyond, EER Middle East brings together diverse expertise, cultural understanding and a shared commitment to excellence.
Leadership
Leadership Built on Experience and Vision
EER Middle East is led by two of the region’s most respected professionals in corporate services, immigration and relocation.
Marie O’Neill
Managing Director, Co-owner
Marie O’Neill has been living and working in the Middle East since 2007, becoming co-owner of EER Middle East in 2021 through a management buyout alongside Aideen Hopkins. As Managing Director, she leads business development and client relationship strategy across the region, working with large corporates, high-net-worth individuals and private clients.
A regular presence on the ground in Saudi Arabia, Marie is also Global Region Representative on the EuRA Executive Board, reflecting her standing as a trusted voice in the global mobility industry.
Aideen Hopkins
Operations Director, Co-owner
Aideen Hopkins has been based in Dubai since 2011 and became co-owner of EER Middle East in 2021 alongside Marie O’Neill. As Operations Director, she defines the processes and policies that underpin service delivery across corporate, immigration and relocation — and has led the automation and digitalisation of EER Middle East’s operations across the region.
A regular presence in Saudi Arabia, Aideen also sits on the Senior Leadership Board and is a member of The Alpha Group’s Dubai chapter, a peer-to-peer executive boardroom for senior business leaders.
The Team
Specialists You Can Trust
From corporate consultants and immigration specialists to relocation advisors and cultural awareness experts.
Brad Williams
Business Development Director
Riyadh Office
Brad leads business development for EER Middle East’s Riyadh office, drawing on extensive experience across sales, operations and recruitment. His on-the-ground presence in Saudi Arabia makes him a key point of contact for organisations looking to establish or expand in the Kingdom.
Janice Trinidad
Director of Immigration and Relocation
Dubai Office
With 13 years in global mobility, Janice heads EER Middle East’s Relocation Services department, overseeing immigration and relocation operations across the region. Her expertise in policy administration, account management and supplier relations ensures clients receive seamless, end-to-end support.
Kelly Labuschagne
Client Services Manager
Dubai Office
Kelly specialises in UAE and KSA labour and immigration, bringing seven years of UAE-based experience to her client services role at EER Middle East. She is known for building strong client relationships and navigating complex immigration and company formation processes with precision.
Jess De la Peña
Head of Corporate Services
Dubai Office
Jess leads EER Middle East’s Corporate Services function, with a focus on UAE corporate governance, regulatory compliance and policy development across multiple jurisdictions. Her detail-driven approach ensures clients remain fully compliant while pursuing their business objectives in the region.
Stephen O’Neill
Head of Finance
Dubai Office
A qualified ACA Chartered Accountant, Stephen brings a strong foundation in financial accounting built across roles in both the UK and the UAE. As Head of Finance at EER Middle East, he provides the financial oversight and rigour that supports the team’s delivery across the region.
Our Team in Focus
What makes the EER Middle East team different
Regional Specialists
Deep on-the-ground expertise
International Expertise
Global standards, local delivery
Diverse Perspectives
Multicultural team across the region
Operational Excellence
Precision and reliability in every engagement
Culturally Fluent
Understanding the nuances of the region
Business Driven
Commercial focus at every stage
Culture & Values
What We Stand For
The principles that guide every client engagement.
We believe success means never giving up
We value and promote the wellbeing of our people
We build lasting and supportive partnerships
We provide stress-free solutions to problems
We deliver on our promises with integrity
Speak with a Specialist
Our team is ready to support your next step in the Middle East.
