Public Relation Officer (PRO)

American President Lines; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global shipping and logistics leader is seeking a Public Relation Officer (PRO) to manage compliance with UAE regulations and support employees with visa processes. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role and strong knowledge of UAE labor laws. This position currently based in Dubai will relocate to Abu Dhabi. Join a leader in shipping innovation and humanitarian efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in PRO within an international group or specialized consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws and government procedures.
• Valid UAE driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with government authorities for processing visas and labor cards.
• Prepare and manage documentation for visa renewals and work permits.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and regulations.
• Advise management on changes to UAE laws and regulations.
• Assist employees with residency-related processes.
• Develop regular reports on visa status and trade licenses.
• Support legal and administrative processes for the relocation to Abu Dhabi.

Skills

Communications in English

Communications in Arabic

Negotiation skills

Organization

Job description

Public Relation Officer (PRO)

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050. Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Mission: As a key member of the Human Resources Department within our Regional Office Organisation, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) is responsible for managing and ensuring compliance with UAE government regulations and procedures. The role is crucial for ensuring smooth operations and involves handling all legal and administrative tasks related to visas, labor permits, company licenses, and other government-related documentation.

Key responsibilities:

• Government Liaison: Coordinate with government authorities such as MOHRE, Immigration, DED, and other entities for processing visas, labor cards, trade licenses, and other official documents.
• Document Management: Prepare, submit, and track applications for residence visa renewal & cancellations of employees as well as their dependents, work permits, visa for business trips, translation and attestation of legal documents and other legal requirements.
• Compliance: Ensure the company complies with UAE labor laws and government regulations.
• Advisory Role: Stay updated on changes to UAE laws and regulations, advising management on necessary actions.
• Employee Support: Assist employees with visa and residency‑related processes, including medicals and Emirates ID issuance, unemployment insurance registration and health insurance addition/deletion.
• Reporting & Monitoring: Develop regular reports on visa status, trade licenses and deadlines to ensure the visibility of processes ongoing.
• Project: Support the coordination of legal and administrative processes linked to the relocation of the Regional Office to Abu Dhabi.

Profile & Skills:

• Minimum 5 years experience in PRO within an international group or specialized consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws and government procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English & Arabic.
• Rigorous and highly organized approach to work.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to negotiate and build trustful relationships with authorities.
• Valid UAE driving license is required.

Location: Position currently based in Dubai and expected to be relocated to Abu Dhabi from mid‑November.