Government Relations Officer

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Manage transactions with Saudi authorities and government platforms.
• Process residency, work permits, visas, and other employee documentation.
• Handle company licenses, certificates, registrations, renewals, and approvals.
• Coordinate with MHRSD, GOSI, Qiwa, Muqeem, Absher Business, ZATCA, Balady, and other authorities.
• Monitor expiry dates and complete timely renewals.
• Support onboarding, transfers, exits, and employment-related government procedures.
• Prepare government forms, applications, and supporting documents.
• Maintain records of government transactions and official documentation.
• Report relevant regulatory or procedural changes to management.
• Coordinate government matters with HR, Finance, Legal, and other departments.
• Resolve issues and follow up on applications, approvals, and pending transactions.
• Protect confidential company and employee documents and ensure legal compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business Administration, HR, Public Administration, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of Saudi government relations or GRO experience.
• Knowledge of Saudi government procedures and relevant electronic platforms.
• Strong communication and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work with government authorities and confidential documentation.
• Good Arabic and English communication skills.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• A Saudi driving license is an advantage depending on the role.

Key Skills

• Government relations and regulatory compliance.
• Saudi labor and residency procedures.
• Document control, communication, negotiation, problem-solving, follow-up, time management, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Saudi government platforms.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk, climb, and access elevated refinery or plant platforms using ladders and stairs.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain focus while multitasking.
• Ability to wear required safety equipment in manufacturing environments when needed.
• Ability to travel to off-site locations when necessary.

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