Officer, Government Relation

PACC Offshore Services Holdings Ltd; Dammam; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore service provider is seeking a proactive Government Relations Officer to coordinate government-related activities in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Your role will involve managing licensing, visa processing, and ensuring compliance with Saudi regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of labor laws and immigration regulations, excellent communication skills in Arabic and English, and a valid Saudi driving license. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a time-sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Saudi labour law, immigration regulations, and business licensing processes.
• Relevant experience as a GRO or in a similar government liaison role in Saudi Arabia.
• Valid Saudi driving license and willingness to travel locally when required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with government officials and agencies.
• Manage all visa processes, including Iqama issuance and renewal.
• Oversee and ensure timely renewal of company licenses and permits.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and communicate to stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to government laws and regulations.

Skills

Understanding of Saudi labour law

Immigration regulations knowledge

Excellent communication in Arabic

Excellent communication in English

Strong organizational skills

Job description

Role Description

We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and dynamic Government Relations Officer (GRO) to oversee and coordinate all government-related activities. The GRO will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Saudi governmental regulations and procedures, serving as the company’s primary liaison with government authorities, and supporting business operations by managing licensing, visa processing, and other regulatory requirements in high-volume, time-sensitive environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with government officials, agencies, and relevant bodies to support the organization’s objectives.
• Manage all visa processes, including Iqama issuance, renewal, cancellation, exit/re-entry permits, and other employee-related documentation.
• Oversee and ensure the timely renewal of company licenses, permits, and registrations (e.g., CR, MISA, municipality licenses).
• Stay updated on regulatory changes, ensuring relevant updates are communicated to internal stakeholders while supporting the Legal and HR departments with documentation and government compliance.
• Ensure the organization adheres to government laws and regulations by coordinating with internal departments and managing correspondence.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Saudi labour law, immigration regulations, and business licensing processes.
• Relevant experience as a GRO or in a similar government liaison role in Saudi Arabia.
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
• Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks at the same time.
• Valid Saudi driving license and willingness to travel locally when required.