Government Relations Officer - KSA (m/f/d)
- الرياض
- دائم
- دوام كامل
- Act as the primary liaison between the company and Saudi government entities, including the Ministry of Labor, Jawazat (General Directorate of Passports), GOSI (General Organization for Social Insurance), Qiwa, Muqeem, and the Chamber of Commerce.
- Manage all government-related employee documentation processes, including the issuance, renewal, and cancellation of visas, Iqamas (residency permits), and work permits in compliance with local laws and regulations.
- Ensure timely submission and follow-up of all labor, immigration, and regulatory paperwork required for employees and the company to operate legally within Saudi Arabia.
- Maintain full compliance with Saudi labor and immigration laws, keeping abreast of changes and updating internal policies and processes accordingly.
- Coordinate with internal HR and administrative teams to gather required documentation and information for government submissions.
- Monitor and manage the company's standing with government authorities by ensuring all filings, payments, and reports are completed accurately and within deadlines.
- Serve as the company's representative during inspections, audits, or inquiries from government authorities related to labor, immigration, and regulatory compliance.
- Proactively identify potential compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize legal or operational disruptions.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of proven experience in government relations or PRO (Public Relations Officer) roles within Saudi Arabia.
- Strong working knowledge of Saudi labor, immigration, and regulatory procedures.
- Familiarity with platforms such as Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, Absher, and the Ministry of Labor portal.
- Valid Saudi driving license.
- Strong communicator with confidence in interacting with senior stakeholders.