Government Relations Specialist

About the role

The Government Relations Specialist will act as the primary liaison between the company and Saudi government entities, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and supporting smooth employee onboarding and off‑boarding processes.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and maintain relationships with government entities, ministries, and regulatory bodies.
• Handle all government platforms and portals including Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, Absher, and Labor Office systems.
• Process residency (Iqama) issuance, renewal, and cancellation for employees.
• Manage work permit applications, renewals, and modifications in line with Saudization and labor law requirements.
• Liaise with the Chamber of Commerce, Municipality, and other authorities for licenses, permits, and renewals.
• Track expiry dates for company licenses, employee documents, and government‑related deadlines.
• Resolve labor disputes and ensure compliance with Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development regulations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Government Relations Specialist in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law and Nitaqat requirements.
• Fluency in Arabic and English with excellent communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, Absher, and other Saudi government platforms.
• Advanced use of MS Office, especially Excel.