Government Relations Administrator - The Abu Dhabi EDITION

EDITION; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EDITION Hotels in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Government Relations Administrator to manage employee visas, occupational cards, passports, and licenses, ensuring compliance with immigration laws and related regulations.

You will coordinate visa applications, monitor expiry dates, handle cancellations, liaise with government authorities, support departments on regulatory matters, and maintain cost reports.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

Responsibilities

• Manage and process employee visas, occupational cards, passports, licenses, and other government-related documentation while ensuring compliance with immigration laws and relevant regulations.
• Coordinate and submit visa applications for employees and ensure timely approvals.
• Monitor visa, passport, and occupational card expiry dates and maintain accurate tracking records.
• Arrange visa cancellation and airport departure coordination for employees completing their contracts.
• Liaise with government and municipal authorities to facilitate document processing and approvals.
• Assist departments with government-related matters and provide support on regulatory requirements and documentation processes.
• Maintain weekly cost reports related to government relations activities with supporting justification.
• Ensure all required licenses for hotel operations and employees are obtained and renewed within required timelines.

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Job description

Government Relations Administrator

Manage and process employee visas, occupational cards, passports, licenses, and other government-related documentation while ensuring compliance with immigration laws and relevant regulations. Coordinate and submit visa applications for employees and ensure timely approvals. Monitor visa, passport, and occupational card expiry dates and maintain accurate tracking records. Arrange visa cancellation and airport departure coordination for employees completing their contracts. Liaise with government and municipal authorities to facilitate document processing and approvals. Assist departments with government-related matters and provide support on regulatory requirements and documentation processes. Maintain weekly cost reports related to government relations activities with supporting justification. Ensure all required licenses for hotel operations and employees are obtained and renewed within required timelines.

Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards. Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Enter and locate work‑related information using computers and/or point of sale systems. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

EDITION Hotels combine the visionary genius of boutique hotelier Ian Schrager, the service delivery of a world-class luxury hotel, and the global reach of Marriott International to create an entirely new experience in the world of hospitality. EDITION delivers the best of both worlds in a delicate balancing act – polish with personality, perfectionism with individualism, and comfort with charisma and charm. The brand targets sophisticated, knowledgeable consumers who understand quality, originality, design, and service excellence, but who want it without limitations – breaking the bounds of convention and demanding an attitude and a feeling wrapped in a package that showcases the exceptional.

But to create this magical experience, we need you. We are looking for outgoing, authentically amazing people who are looking for a place to work that inspires them, challenges them and makes them proud to come to work. A place where service comes from the heart, not from a handbook. A place that delivers a never-ending theatrical performance that continuously delights and enchants each and every one of our guests.

Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.