Government Relations Supervisor

About the location

What you will do

• Manage employee visa, work permit, Emirates ID, residency, and immigration applications, renewals, cancellations, and amendments.
• Oversee Occupational Health Card applications and renewals, coordinating medical examinations and health screenings.
• Maintain relationships with government authorities and regulatory bodies to support processing of applications and requests.
• Represent the organization at government departments, ministries, and external agencies and follow up on documentation matters.
• Coordinate event permits, guest visas, trade licenses, special approvals, and other government permits needed for operations.
• Partner with People & Culture on labor-law, immigration, and company-policy compliance throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Monitor regulatory updates and advise leadership on compliance and process improvements.

What you bring

• Previous UAE experience as a Government Relations Supervisor, Government Relations Officer, or in a similar government liaison role is required.
• Fluent Arabic and English communication skills are mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor, immigration, residency, and government procedures.
• Experience managing employment visas, work permits, residency applications, Occupational Health Card processing, and medical scheduling.
• Experience liaising with government authorities and processing licenses, permits, and regulatory documentation.
• Strong organization and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.

What is offered

• Competitive tax-free salary, service charge, and tips.
• Accommodation with full-board meals and transportation to and from work.
• Medical and life insurance coverage, annual leave, home-leave ticket, and end-of-service benefits.
• Access to fitness, recreational, and social activities, plus learning and career-growth opportunities.

Schedule and hours

• Six days per week, totaling 48 working hours.