Government Relations (GR) Manager

Independent Food; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Government Relations (GR) Manager to oversee compliance and documentation processes. The GR Manager will act as a liaison with governmental authorities, ensuring that employee documentation is processed efficiently. Candidates should have 4+ years in government relations, strong knowledge of Saudi labor laws, and excellent communication skills in Arabic and English. This position is crucial for maintaining regulatory compliance and supporting employee needs.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Government Relations in KSA, preferably in F&B or hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law and government platforms.
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Handle company licenses, permits, and registrations.
• Manage visas, Iqamas, transfers, and renewals.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws.
• Liaise with government authorities and build relations.
• Support employees with documentation.

Skills

Government relations management

Arabic communication

English communication

Compliance knowledge

Job description

We are hiring – Government Relations (GR) Manager | Riyadh, KSA

Independent Food Company is looking for a Government Relations (GR) Manager to oversee all government compliance and employee documentation processes.

The GR Manager will act as the primary liaison between the company and governmental authorities, ensuring that all employees’ legal documentation is processed efficiently and that the business remains compliant with all statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle company licenses, permits, and registrations.
• Manage visas, Iqamas, transfers, and renewals.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws, GOSI, Qiwa, Mudad, and HRSD.
• Liaise with government authorities and build strong relations.
• Support employees with documentation and legal services.

Requirements:

• 4+ years’ GR experience in KSA (F&B/hospitality preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law & government platforms.
• Excellent Arabic & English communication skills.

If you are proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced in handling government relations, we’d love to hear from you.