Government Relation Supervisor

Accor; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Basiqat by Mantis is seeking a Government Relations Supervisor to join our pre-opening team in Riyadh. You will manage government-related transactions, ensure regulatory compliance under Saudi labor laws, and maintain vital relationships with government authorities.

The role supports employee onboarding, Saudization compliance, and ongoing government relations operations across the new property. Strong knowledge of government platforms is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field.
• 2–3 years in Government Relations, hospitality preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law and Saudization requirements.
• Hands-on experience with Qiwa, Muqeem, Absher Business, GOSI and Mudad.

Responsibilities

• Manage government transactions, permits and licenses.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi labor and immigration regulations.
• Coordinate with government authorities like MHRSD, Jawazat, GOSI, and others.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise on operational impact.
• Maintain records of government correspondence, licenses and renewals.
• Handle government platforms for employee services and onboarding.
• Support Saudization and labor compliance reporting and audits.
• Assist pre-opening activities with government accounts and approvals.
• Maintain relationships with government representatives and service providers.

Skills

Arabic fluency

Communication

Organizational skills

Regulatory compliance

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Public Administration

Tools

Qiwa

Muqeem

Absher Business

GOSI

Mudad

Job description

Government Relations Supervisor

Location

Riyadh Saudi Arabia

Department

People amp Culture

Employment Type

Full-Time

Reporting To

People amp Culture Manager

Job Summary

Basiqat by Mantis is seeking an experienced and proactive Government Relations Supervisor to join our pre-opening team The successful candidate will be responsible for managing government-related transactions ensuring compliance with Saudi Arabian labor laws and regulations and maintaining effective relationships with relevant government authorities The role is essential in supporting the resort s pre-opening activities employee onboarding regulatory compliance and ongoing government relations operations

Key Responsibilities

• Government Relations amp Regulatory Compliance
  • Manage and process all government-related transactions permits licenses and official documentation
  • Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law immigration regulations and applicable government requirements
  • Coordinate with relevant government authorities including MHRSD Jawazat GOSI and other regulatory bodies
  • Monitor regulatory changes and advise the People amp Culture Manager on their operational implications
  • Maintain accurate records of government correspondence licenses permits and renewal deadlines
• Government Platforms amp Employee Services
  • Manage transactions through Qiwa Muqeem Absher Business GOSI Mudad and other relevant government platforms
  • Process employee work permits Iqama issuance and renewals exit re-entry visas final exit visas and sponsorship transfers
  • Coordinate employee registrations and updates with relevant government entities
  • Monitor the validity of employee documentation and ensure timely renewals
  • Support the maintenance of employee records and compliance reporting
• Saudization amp Labor Compliance
  • Monitor Saudization requirements and support compliance with applicable Nitaqat regulations
  • Assist the People amp Culture Manager with workforce compliance and government reporting
  • Support the preparation of documentation for government inspections and audits
  • Identify potential compliance risks and recommend corrective actions
• Pre-Opening Responsibilities
  • Support the establishment and activation of required government accounts and platforms for the new property
  • Coordinate government-related requirements for the recruitment and onboarding of pre-opening Heartists
  • Assist in securing and monitoring required government approvals and operational documentation in coordination with relevant departments
  • Establish government relations procedures tracking systems and documentation controls
  • Work closely with People amp Culture Finance and other departments to ensure pre-opening readiness
• Coordination amp Reporting
  • Maintain professional relationships with government representatives and external service providers
  • Prepare regular reports on government transactions pending applications renewals and compliance matters
  • Ensure confidentiality and accuracy when handling employee and company information
  • Perform additional government relations duties as assigned by the People amp Culture Manager

Company Description

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.

Minimum 2 3 years of relevant experience in Government Relations, preferably within the hospitality industry.

Previous experience in a hotel or resort pre-opening environment is highly desirable.

Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, government regulations, and Saudization requirements.

Hands-on experience with Qiwa, Muqeem, Absher Business, GOSI, Mudad, and other relevant government platforms.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent command of Arabic and good working proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple government transactions and deadlines efficiently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to regulatory compliance.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with different departments.
• Flexibility and adaptability to the demands of a pre-opening environment.