Government Relations Specialist - Saudi National - Riyadh

The Government Relations Specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating all interactions between the company and government entities in Saudi Arabia. This role ensures full compliance with local labor, immigration, and regulatory requirements by handling official documentation, processing governmental transactions, and maintaining effective relationships with relevant authorities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary liaison between the company and government entities (e.g., MHRSD, GOSI, Jawazat, ZATCA, and other relevant authorities).
• Process and follow up on all transactions related to work visas, Iqama issuance and renewal, exit/re-entry visas, and other immigration requirements for employees.
• Handle registrations, updates, and ongoing compliance on key government platforms such as Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem, Mudad, and Absher, in coordination with HC and Finance.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes by ensuring completion of all required government procedures, documentation, and clearances.
• Coordinate the issuance, renewal, and amendment of commercial registrations, licenses, chamber of commerce certificates, and other company-related permits as needed.
• Prepare, submit, and track official letters, forms, and documentation required by government authorities, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Monitor changes and updates in Saudi labor law, immigration regulations,