Government Relations Officer

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Description

  • liaising with municipality, economic department and any other government departments in relation to Trade Licence and immigration matters
  • Keeping abreast with current labour/ immigration laws and update the HR staff on any changes
  • Keep the HR team informed of significant problems that may jeopardise the achievement of company goals.
  • Responding to staff enquiries on visa/labour/passport matters
  • Directs the preparation and maintenance of reports as are necessary to carry out the function of immigration. Prepares periodic reports for management or relevant authorities, as required.
  • Monitors the implementation of an improvement process for all immigration& labour records to be tracked and maintained through the company system.
  • Directs the preparation and maintenance with respect to visa documentation related to new starters, leavers, transfers and renewals.
  • Organises attestation of certificates and legal translation of documents and other activities related to immigration and labour.
  • Oversees the implementation of the immigration & labour responsibilities of the company in Saudi. Monitors administration to establish standards and procedures. Identifies opportunities for improvement and resolves any discrepancies.
  • Provides advice to management on local and government services.
  • Protect the interest of the company in accordance with governmental authorities, laws and regulation.
  • Strengthen the relationship with public agencies through events engaging the community
  • Coordinate with outside counsel and third party vendors regarding immigration issues
  • Communicates with various government agencies for certification of documents and coordinates with third parties on documentation needs;
  • Other duties as requested from time to time.
Requirements
  • Educated Bachelor degree
  • 3 –5 years local experience liaising with Immigration, Labour department and other government departments for all employee affairs
  • Good knowledge of Saudi labour and immigration rules
  • Good communication skills
  • Good command of English and Arabic both oral and written
  • Excellent problem solving and quality control skills;
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Proactive and responsible
  • Cooperative
  • Computer skills (Microsoft office).

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1407133
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Education
    Not mentioned