Abu Dhabi Government Relations & Compliance Specialist

EDITION (Marriott International)

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Abu Dhabi EDITION, part of Marriott International, is hiring a full-time Government Relations Administrator in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This non-management role falls within Human Resources and Government Relations, focusing on regulatory compliance, immigration processes, licensing, and liaison with government and municipal authorities.

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and at least 1 year of related work experience are required; supervisory experience is not necessary.

Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Minimum of 1 year of related work experience in government relations, PRO services, or immigration administration.
Supervisory experience is not required.

Responsibilities

Manage and process employee visas, occupational cards, passports, and operational licenses in compliance with UAE immigration laws and local regulations.
Coordinate visa applications, submissions, approvals, cancellations, and airport departure logistics for departing contract staff.
Monitor and track expiry dates for all employee visas, passports, and occupational cards.
Liaise with government and municipal authorities to ensure smooth document processing and timely approvals.
Ensure hotel operational licenses and employee permits are obtained and renewed within timelines.
Maintain weekly cost reports and documentation for government relations activities.