Governmentrelations Officer

**Job Title**: Government Relations Officer (GRO)
**Location**: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
**Department**: HR & Administration
**Reporting to**: HR and Procurement Manager

**Job Summary**:
We are seeking a **motivated, dynamic, and well-connected Government Relations Officer (GRO)** to handle all government-related processes for our company.

**Core Responsibilities**:

- Serve as the primary liaison between the company and government authorities (e.g. MOL, MOFA, Jawazat, Chamber of Commerce, etc.)
- Ensure company compliance with Saudization targets and labor regulations
- Provide support in legal or regulatory issues involving employees or the company
- Maintain updated records of all government interactions and company documents
- Deliver timely updates and briefings on changes in Saudi labor and visa regulations

**Expanded Responsibilities**:

- Handle family visa processes for all employees — including Riyadh and Jeddah — through **Istiqdam offices** and the **Jawazat system**:

- Manage document **attestation requests through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)**:

- Visit **Jawazat in person** to resolve issues or complete follow-ups regarding Iqamas, visas, or related employee matters
- Ensure **delivery of Iqamas** to employees upon issuance or renewal
- Follow up with **government entities to renew official company documents** annually (e.g., Commercial Registration, municipal licenses)
- Draft, prepare, and **attest official letters via the Chamber of Commerce (COC)**

**Must Have**:

- **Saudi National** (mandatory)
- 2-5 years of experience in a GRO/PRO role, preferably in an international or multicultural company.
- Strong existing **connections with government entities** and understanding of their procedures.
- Excellent communication skills in **Arabic and English.**:

- Strong personality, self-motivated, and able to work independently under pressure.
- Must own a **car** and have a valid Saudi driving license.
- Professional demeanor and ability to adapt to a **young, international team environment.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Riyadh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- Do you have experience dealing with MOL, MOFA, Jawazat, and the Chamber of Commerce?
- Have you worked on ensuring compliance with Saudization requirements?
- Are you familiar with Saudi labor laws and regulations?
- Have you handled legal or regulatory employee issues before?
- Do you maintain records of all government interactions and official company documents?
- Have you processed family visas through Istiqdam offices in Riyadh or Jeddah?
- Have you used the Jawazat system to manage Iqamas and visas?
- Do you handle MOFA attestation requests for employee documents?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- GRO/PRO: 3 years (required)

License/Certification:

- Driving License (required)

**Location**:

- Riyadh (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (required)