Public Relation Officer-PRO

XAD Technologies; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

XAD Technologies is seeking a seasoned Public Relations Officer (PRO) with strong UAE government relations experience and exposure to construction, contracting, trading, and real estate/property operations.

The role focuses on managing government documentation, employee and company-related approvals, licenses, permits, visas, and regulatory requirements while ensuring timely compliance with UAE laws and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant qualification preferred.
• 5+ years of UAE PRO / Government Relations experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage UAE government relations and PRO activities for the company.
• Handle employee visa applications, renewals, cancellations, transfers and amendments.
• Process work permits, labour cards, Emirates ID, medical fitness and related documentation.
• Coordinate with MOHRE, GDRFA, ICP, Tasheel, Amer, Tawjeeh, Dubai Municipality and other authorities.
• Maintain accurate records of licenses, permits, visas and government documents.

Skills

Govt Relations

Visa Processing

Trade Licenses

Labour MOHRE

Real Estate Docs

Construction Approvals

Contracting Compliance

Govt Portal Mgmt

Regulatory Compliance

Document Mgmt

Problem Solving

Comm & Coord

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

XAD Technologies is looking for an experienced Public Relations Officer (PRO) with strong UAE government relations experience and exposure to construction, contracting, trading, and real estate/property operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing government documentation, employee and company-related approvals, licenses, permits, visas, and regulatory requirements while ensuring timely compliance with UAE laws and procedures.

The candidate should have practical knowledge of UAE government portals and authorities and be capable of independently handling PRO activities for real estate/property, construction, contracting, trading, and telecom-related business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all UAE government relations and PRO activities for the company.
• Handle employee visa applications, renewals, cancellations, transfers, and amendments.
• Process work permits, labour cards, Emirates ID, medical fitness, and related documentation.
• Coordinate with MOHRE, GDRFA, ICP, Tasheel, Amer, Tawjeeh, Dubai Municipality, Economic Departments, and other government authorities.
• Manage company trade license renewal, amendments, activity additions, and related approvals.
• Support licensing and regulatory requirements related to real estate/property, construction, contracting, and trading activities.
• Coordinate applications for property-related permits, approvals, tenancy documentation, and municipality requirements, where applicable.
• Handle government approvals and documentation for construction and contracting projects.
• Maintain accurate records of company licenses, certificates, permits, visas, and government documents.
• Monitor expiry dates and ensure timely renewal of all licenses, permits, and employee documents.
• Prepare and submit government applications and supporting documents through relevant portals.
• Liaise with government departments to resolve visa, labour, licensing, and regulatory issues.
• Support the HR team with employee onboarding, visa processing, cancellations, and offboarding formalities.
• Assist with new company registration, branch registration, amendments, and government approvals.
• Coordinate with PRO service providers, typing centres, consultants, and government representatives when required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable UAE labour, immigration, licensing, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a tracker for all government transactions, applications, renewals, and pending approvals.
• Provide regular updates to management regarding government applications, renewals, and compliance matters.

Real Estate / Property Exposure

The candidate should have practical exposure to UAE real estate and property-related government procedures, including:

• Property and tenancy documentation.
• Ejari-related procedures and documentation.
• Municipality and property-related approvals.
• Real estate company licensing and amendments.
• Property management documentation and government coordination.
• Coordination with relevant authorities for property-related requirements.
• Supporting documentation for commercial and residential property operations.

Construction & Contracting Exposure

• Government approvals related to construction and contracting activities.
• Contractor and subcontractor documentation.
• Construction-related permits and approvals.
• Municipality and authority coordination.
• Trade license and activity management for contracting businesses.
• Supporting project-related government documentation and compliance.

Trading Exposure

• Trade license applications, renewals, and amendments.
• Addition/removal of business activities.
• Commercial registration and government documentation.
• Coordination with relevant authorities for trading operations.
• Maintenance of company compliance and regulatory records.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or relevant qualification preferred.
• 5+ years of UAE PRO / Government Relations experience.
• Strong knowledge of UAE government procedures and portals.
• Previous exposure to real estate/property, construction, contracting, and trading companies is highly preferred.
• Experience handling employee visas, labour matters, company licensing, and government approvals.
• Strong knowledge of MOHRE, GDRFA, ICP, Tasheel, Amer, Tawjeeh, Dubai Municipality, and relevant Economic Departments.
• Strong communication and government liaison skills.Ability to work independently and manage multiple government transactions simultaneously.
• UAE Driving License is preferred.

Key Skills

• UAE Government Relations
• Visa & Immigration Processing
• Trade License Management
• Labour & MOHRE Procedures
• Real Estate Documentation
• Construction Approvals
• Contracting Compliance
• Government Portal Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Document Management
• Problem Solving
• Communication & Coordination

Preferred Industry Background

Real Estate / Property | Construction | Contracting | Trading | Telecom

Employment Type

Full-time