Public Relations Officer – Government Relations

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization in Ras Al Khaimah is seeking a Government Relations Officer. The candidate will manage legal documentation, ensure compliance with local labor laws, and support public relations efforts. An ideal candidate will have at least three years of relevant experience and strong bilingual communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in UAE or GCC.
• Strong knowledge of local labor laws and government procedures.
• Experience in Ras Al Khaimah is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and submit legal documents to government authorities.
• Assist in processing employee-related paperwork like visa applications.
• Liaise with government departments and maintain records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication abilities

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Education

High school certificate or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Purpose

To support the Government Relations Department by managing the collection, processing, and submission of legal and administrative documents. This role ensures compliance with local labor laws and regulations while providing essential support to the People Services team in public relations and administrative tasks

Essential Duties

• Collect, prepare, and submit legal documents to relevant government authorities in a timely and accurate manner
• Assist in processing employee-related paperwork such as visa applications, labor cards, Emirates ID, and other official documentation
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local labor laws and government procedures to ensure full compliance
• Liaise with government departments and external agencies as required
• Support the wider People Services team with administrative tasks and public relations activities
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all government-related transactions
• Provide translation support (Arabic-English) for official documents and communications when needed
• Assist employees with queries related to government processes and documentation
  
  

Qualifications

• High school certificate or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within the UAE or GCC region
• Experience in Ras Al Khaimah is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of local labor laws and government procedures
• Fluent in both verbal and written English and Arabic
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic administrative tools