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UAE - Government Relations Supervisor
Inchcape Shipping Service
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Full Time
Mid
Onsite
1 weeks ago
Government LiaisonImmigration ProcessingRegulatory ComplianceMS OfficeCommunicationInterpersonal Skills
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About the Role
Inchcape Shipping Services seeks a Government Relations Supervisor to manage government liaison, immigration, licensing, and regulatory documentation in Abu Dhabi. The role ensures compliance with UAE laws and maintains relationships with authorities.
Key Skills for This Role
Government LiaisonImmigration ProcessingRegulatory ComplianceMS OfficeCommunicationInterpersonal Skills
Responsibilities
- Manage end to end processing of employment, visit, transit and mission visas, work permits, renewals and cancellations in compliance with UAE regulations.
- Liaise with government authorities including ICP, GDRFA, MOHRE and other regulatory bodies.
- Coordinate renewal and maintenance of company trade licences, agency agreements, radio licences and vehicle registrations.
- Support Marine Operations with vessel clearances, crew changes, navigation licences, security passes, visa processing and other port related regulatory requirements.
- Monitor changes to UAE labour laws, immigration regulations and Emiratisation requirements.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with government departments, regulatory authorities and key stakeholders.
- Prepare and submit statutory reports, including MOHRE employee reports, Emiratisation reports, WPS reports.
- Provide guidance and support to employees on government related processes.
- Maintain accurate employee records, including labour contracts, work permits and passport documentation.
- Work closely with HR, Administration, Marine Operations and management to deliver efficient government services.
Requirements
- 3 5 years experience in a similar role
- Knowledge of Shipping Agency Operations
- Good understanding of government and local regulations
- Proficiency in MS Office applications
- Good communication and interpersonal relationship skills
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Who We Are
- Inchcape Shipping Services creates a connected world for trade with over 250 offices and 3,000 professionals serving oil, cruise, container, bulk, naval, and government sectors.
Role Summary
- The Government Relations Supervisor manages government liaison, immigration, labour, licensing, and regulatory documentation for employees, offshore personnel, customers, and company operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end to end processing of employment, visit, transit and mission visas, work permits, renewals and cancellations.
- Liaise with government authorities including ICP, GDRFA, MOHRE and other regulatory bodies.
- Coordinate renewal and maintenance of company trade licences, agency agreements, radio licences and vehicle registrations.
- Support Marine Operations with vessel clearances, crew changes, navigation licences, security passes, visa processing.
- Monitor changes to UAE labour laws, immigration regulations and Emiratisation requirements.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with government departments.
- Prepare and submit statutory reports, including MOHRE employee reports, Emiratisation reports, WPS reports.
- Provide guidance and support to employees on government related processes.
- Maintain accurate employee records, including labour contracts, work permits and passport documentation.
- Work closely with HR, Administration, Marine Operations and management.
Candidate Requirements
- 3 5 years experience in similar role.
- Knowledge of Shipping Agency Operations.
- Good understanding of government and local regulations.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and related internal systems.
- Good communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
You will receive
- A place to grow your career.
- Competitive salary package.
- Work with talented, committed, and supportive teammates.
- Value Award celebration events.
Why Inchcape Shipping Services?
- We believe in building a diverse and high performing workforce.
- Our values: Global Perspective, The Power of People, Progress.
- Inchcape is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Additional Information
- Appointment subject to satisfactory references and valid Right to Work documentation.
- No unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
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