Government Relations Officer

7 days ago

Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Kimpton Full time 120,000 - 240,000 per year

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Government Relations Officer

  • Visa and Permit Processing
  • Manage employment visas, residence permits, and exit/re-entry visas for employees and guests.

  • Ensure timely renewal of hotel licenses and certifications (trade license, civil defense, chamber of commerce, etc.).

  • Government Liaison

  • Act as the main contact with government authorities such as Labor Office, Immigration, and other regulatory bodies.

  • Keep updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting hotel operations.

  • Compliance and Documentation

  • Prepare and submit required reports for new hires and maintain accurate records for iqamas, work permits, and related documents.

  • Ensure compliance with local labour and immigration laws.

  • Support HR and Operations

  • Assist HR with visa renewals, work permits, and employee departure formalities.

  • Handle documentation for onboarding and offboarding processes.

  • VIP and Executive Assistance

  • Provide support for VIP guests and executives during immigration and customs procedures at airports.

Qualifications Required

  • Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in political science, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Experience:
  • 3–5 years of experience in government relations or similar roles.
  • Familiarity with local labour laws, immigration regulations, and government processes.
  • Skills:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for dealing with government officials.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
  • Other Requirements:
  • Knowledge of visa processing and licensing procedures.
  • Fluency in Arabic and English (especially for Saudi-based roles).
  • High ethical standards and attention to detail.

What we offer

We'll reward all your hard work with a competitive salary and benefits.

Join us and you'll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care: that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve - visit to find out more about us.

So go on - show us how your passion and personality are the perfect fit to deliver memorable experiences to our guests.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

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