Government Relation Officer

3 weeks ago


Hofuf, Saudi Arabia Bureau Veritas Full time

We are a world leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC), delivering high quality services to help clients meet the growing challenges of quality, safety, environmental protection and social responsibility.

**Purpose of Position**:

- Process and carry out all legal matters relating to visas, permits, licenses, and registration of employees, liaising with government departments and agencies in Saudi Arabia.
- The position performs in line with the Bureau Veritas Quality Assurance System, including the BV Code of Ethics and the BV Group policy.

**Major Responsibilities**
- Liaising with municipality, economic department, and any other government departments in relation to Trade Licence and immigration matters
- Keeping abreast with current labour/ immigration laws and update the HR staff on any changes
- Keep the HR team informed of significant problems that may jeopardise the achievement of company goals.
- Responding to staff enquiries on visa/labour/passport matters
- Directs the preparation and maintenance of reports as are necessary to carry out the function of immigration. Prepares periodic reports for management or relevant authorities, as required.
- Monitors the implementation of an improvement process for all immigration& labour records to be tracked and maintained through the company system.
- Directs the preparation and maintenance with respect to visa documentation related to new starters, leavers, transfers, and renewals.
- Organizes attestation of certificates and legal translation of documents and other activities related to immigration and labour.
- Oversees the implementation of the immigration & labour responsibilities of the company in Saudi. Monitors administration to establish standards and procedures. Identifies opportunities for improvement and resolves any discrepancies.
- Provides advice to management on local and government services.
- Protect the interest of the company in accordance with governmental authorities, laws and regulations.
- Strengthen the relationship with public agencies through events engaging the community
- Coordinate with outside counsel and third-party vendors regarding immigration issues
- Communicates with various government agencies for certification of documents and coordinates with third parties on documentation needs.
- Other duties as requested from time to time.

**Qualification and Experience**
- Graduate with minimum 5 years of experience. BA/Diploma in Business administration would be advantage.
- Should have the experience in core sectors such as Oil & Gas/Power.

**Skills & Qualities**:

- Good knowledge of Saudi labour and immigration rules
- Good communication skills
- Good command of English and Arabic both oral and written
- Excellent problem solving and quality control skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Proactive and responsible
- Cooperative
- Computer skills (Microsoft office)

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