Government Relations Officer (GRO)
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About the Role
Manage government transactions, ensure compliance with Saudi laws, support employee immigration, and maintain government records while possessing strong communication skills.
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Responsibilities
- Represent the company before government authorities and regulatory bodies
- Process and manage employee related government transactions including work visas, Iqama, exit/re entry visas, and sponsorship transfers
- Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law, immigration regulations, and government requirements
- Manage company records on government platforms such as Qiwa, Muqeem, Absher, GOSI, Mudad, Balady, and Chamber of Commerce portals
- Process and renew Commercial Registration, Municipal Licenses, Chamber of Commerce Memberships, and MISA registrations
- Support employee onboarding and offboarding activities related to government requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, or related field
- Minimum 3 5 years of experience as a GRO, PRO, or Government Relations Officer in Saudi Arabia
- Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law, immigration regulations, and government procedures
- Experience working with Saudi government portals and systems
- Valid Saudi driving license
- Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken)
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Job Summary
- The Government Relations Officer (GRO) is responsible for managing all government related transactions and ensuring full compliance with Saudi Arabian laws and regulations.
- The role serves as the primary liaison between the company and government authorities, handling employee immigration processes, company licenses, regulatory requirements, and government portal transactions.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent the company before government authorities and regulatory bodies.
- Process and manage all employee related government transactions including work visas, Iqama issuance and renewals, profession changes, exit/re entry visas, final exit procedures, and sponsorship transfers.
- Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law, immigration regulations, and government requirements.
- Monitor regulatory changes and advise management on compliance implications.
- Coordinate document attestation, certifications, and approvals with relevant authorities.
- Manage and maintain company records on government platforms including Qiwa, Muqeem, Absher, GOSI, Mudad, Balady, and Chamber of Commerce portals.
- Ensure timely updates, submissions, approvals, and renewals on all government systems.
- Generate reports and maintain accurate records of transactions.
- Process and renew Commercial Registration (CR), Municipal Licenses, Chamber of Commerce Memberships, MISA registrations, and industry specific permits.
- Maintain a compliance calendar for all company licenses and legal documents.
- Coordinate inspections and government audits when required.
- Support onboarding and offboarding activities and assist employees with government related requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, or related field.
- Minimum 3 5 years of experience as a GRO, PRO, or Government Relations Officer in Saudi Arabia.
- Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law, immigration regulations, and government procedures.
- Experience working with Saudi government portals and systems.
- Valid Saudi driving license.
- Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
Required Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong relationship building abilities with government authorities.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Problem solving and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong organizational and documentation management skills.
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in contracting, engineering, construction, manufacturing, industrial services, oil & gas, or manpower outsourcing sectors.
- Knowledge of Saudization (Nitaqat) requirements.
- Experience dealing with MHRSD, Jawazat, GOSI, Municipality, Chamber of Commerce, and MISA.
- Established network with government authorities across KSA.
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