Government Relations Supervisor

Role summary

Location and schedule

• Based at Four Seasons Dubai at Jumeirah Beach in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
• Full-time role with a schedule of 6 days per week and 48 working hours.

Government and immigration services

• Manage employee visas, work permits, Emirates IDs, residency, and immigration applications, renewals, cancellations, and amendments.
• Oversee Occupational Health Card applications and renewals and coordinate medical examinations and health-screening appointments.
• Coordinate event permits, guest visas, trade licenses, special approvals, and other government permits required for business operations.

Liaison and compliance

• Maintain relationships with government authorities and regulatory bodies and represent the organization at departments, ministries, and external agencies.
• Follow up to resolve documentation matters and partner with People and Culture on labor, immigration, and company-policy compliance.
• Monitor regulatory changes and recommend compliance guidance and process improvements to leadership.

Required qualifications

• Previous experience in a Government Relations Supervisor, Government Relations Officer, or similar government liaison role within the UAE is required.
• Fluent Arabic and English communication skills are mandatory.
• Strong working knowledge of UAE labor, immigration, residency, and government procedures is required.
• Experience managing employment visas, work permits, residency applications, Occupational Health Card processing, and medical scheduling is required.
• Experience liaising with government authorities and processing licenses, permits, and regulatory documents is required.
• Strong organization, prioritization, deadline management, professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail are required.

Benefits

• The posting lists tax-free salary, service charge, tips, accommodation with full board meals, transportation, medical and life insurance, leave benefits, and fitness and social activities.
• Learning, development, and global career growth opportunities are offered.