Government Relations & HR Specialist

Omnissa; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology firm located in the Riyadh Region is seeking a Government Relations & HR Specialist to manage governmental compliance and HR administration. This critical role involves overseeing portal registrations, employee documentation, and ensuring regulatory adherence within the tech sector. The ideal candidate should be fluent in Arabic and English, have a strong grasp of Saudi labor laws, and possess experience with various government portals. The position is pivotal for facilitating business growth and maintaining legal compliance in Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Arabic and English is required.
• A strong understanding of Saudi labor laws and digital regulations is essential.
• Experience with various government portals is critical.

Responsibilities

• Manage company records across multiple government portals.
• Ensure compliance with Saudization quotas and labor law requirements.
• Facilitate onboarding processes for expatriate and local employees.
• Support the registration and renewal of municipal licenses.
• Monitor Wage Protection System compliance.

Skills

Fluent in Arabic and English

Strong understanding of Saudi labor laws

Experience with government portals

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Absher

Qiwa

MHRSD

GOSI

ZATCA

CCHI

EJAR

Mudad

SPL

Job description

Omnissa is empowering the digital workspace. We see in the age of mobile and cloud that consumer devices and application experiences are shaping how businesses drive digital transformation. Consumer experience has changed employee expectations which is creating new application demands and forging new opportunities to change business processes and improve user experience and productivity.

Job Summary

The Government Relations & HR Specialist is responsible for managing all regulatory and compliance interactions with Saudi government entities as well as HR administration for the region. This includes overseeing portal registrations, handling employee documentation, and ensuring the company’s operations align with national digital and labor regulations. This role plays a critical role in supporting the company’s growth and legal standing in the Kingdom’s evolving tech ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain company records across government portals including Absher Business, Qiwa, MHRSD, GOSI, ZATCA, Mudad, SPL, Balady, CCHI, EJAR and SABER (CST).
• Coordinate with the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) for product approvals, technology certifications, and regulatory updates.
• Ensure compliance with Saudization (Nitaqat) quotas and labor law requirements specific to the tech sector.
• Facilitate onboarding of expatriate and local employees, including visa processing, Iqama issuance, and GOSI registration.
• Support the registration and renewal of municipal licenses and national address updates for tech offices and data centers.
• Monitor Wage Protection System (WPS) compliance via Mudad and coordinate payroll uploads with HR and finance teams.
• Liaise with ZATCA for tax filings, e-invoicing compliance, and digital service reporting.
• Participate or represent the company in official meetings, inspections, and audits with government entities.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes affecting software, cloud services, cybersecurity, AI, and digital platforms.
• General office administration when needed for Omnissa Software Arabia Company
• Managing HR administration.
• Participate in interview panels as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Fluent in Arabic and English.
• Strong understanding of Saudi labor laws, digital regulations and HR.
• Experience with government portals including Absher, Qiwa, MHRSD, GOSI, ZATCA, SPL, CCHI, EJAR, CST/SABER, EJAR and Mudad.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with tech industry compliance requirements (e.g., cloud, AI, cybersecurity).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Prior experience in a GRO/ HR role within a tech company is preferred.