Government Relations Officer

One of our clients looking for A strong Government relations officer, you will have full responsibility for all labor law-related matters. Working closely with the HR team, you will ensure documents are completed and received on time and ensure visas are approved. You will liaise with the relevant government departments with regard to visas, licenses, and sponsorship.Key Responsibilities:• Responsible for visa processing and submitting visa applications to immigration and labor offices for the following: KSA employment visa, renewal/transfer visa, visit visa, tourist visa, and foreign visa required for business travel after ensuring proper documentation.• Provide assistance to employees regarding each category of visa details, their procedures, and required documents.• Deal with general enquires regarding PRO functions promptly and efficiently to enhance the level of department service.• Renew, update and maintain the trade licenses and other government certificates of all company’s legal entities to ensure that the documents are up-to-date.• Renew and maintain all company leases before their expiry, which includes offices, and company apartments.• Maintain the list of all employees along with their visa details and renewable visa and properly communicate the renewable visa before its expiration.• Guide and assist employees in renewing visas for their immediate dependents and provide them with necessary information regarding visa details and requirements of documents.• Arrange processing attestation of employee qualifications as required• Accurate preparation of documents according to the requirement of the legal authorities• Maintain confidentiality and security of company and employee documents at all times• Provide continuous advice in regards to the new rules in the governmental departments.• Provide continuous updates in regards to the developing of the visa process and facilitating with the governmental departmentsSkillsSkills & Qualifications:• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or any related discipline• Minimum 2 years experience as PRO in KSA with demonstrable knowledge of all PRO functions• Understanding labor laws is a must• Fluency in Arabic and English is a must• Computer literate with knowledge of working with MS Office Products• Strong organization skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.• Good relationship in all Government departments in KSA