UAE - Government Relations Supervisor
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About the Role
Inchcape Shipping Services is seeking a Government Relations Supervisor to manage government liaison activities in Abu Dhabi. The role involves processing immigration, labour, licensing, and regulatory documentation for employees and operations, ensuring compliance with UAE laws.
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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
- Prepare and submit statutory reports including MOHRE employee reports, Emiratisation reports, WPS reports
- Maintain accurate employee records including labour contracts, work permits and passport documentation
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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Role Summary
- The Government Relations Supervisor serves as primary liaison and responsible for managing all government liaison activities and ensuring timely processing of immigration, labour, licensing, and regulatory documentation.
- The role ensures full compliance with UAE laws and regulations while maintaining effective relationships with government authorities and external stakeholders.
Key Details
- Contract: Permanent
- Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE (On Site)
- Inchcape does not provide visa sponsorship for candidates.
Key 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.
Candidate Requirements
- 3 5 years’ experience in similar role.
- Knowledge of Shipping Agency Operations.
- Good understanding of gov’t and local regulations.
- Proficiency in MS Office application (word, excel, outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and related internal systems.
- Good communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
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