Public Relations Officer - Investor Relations

Bayut; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property portal in Saudi Arabia is seeking a PR Officer – Investor Relations to manage the visa lifecycle for investors and partners. The role involves processing visas, liaising with government authorities, and ensuring compliance with immigration policies. The ideal candidate will maintain relationships with investors and provide personalized support, ensuring a seamless experience reflective of the company's values. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to investor relations.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end visa processing for investors, company partners, and VIPs.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all investor visa inquiries.
• Build and maintain relationships with accredited overseas visa agents and government representatives.
• Maintain an updated visa tracker and generate reports on visa status.

Job description

Bayut is the number one property portal in the Kingdom, connecting millions of users across the country. We are committed to delivering the best online search experience. As part of Dubizzle Group, Bayut is alongside some of the strongest classifieds brands in the market. With a collective strength of 10 brands, we have more than 200 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs.

The PR Officer – Investor Relations is responsible for managing the full visa lifecycle for company investors, partners, and high‑profile guests. This includes processing, issuing, and tracking investor visas, liaising with government authorities, and ensuring a smooth and professional visa experience that reflects the organisation’s reputation. The role also involves maintaining strong relationships with investors and overseas visa agents to facilitate efficient service and compliance with all relevant laws and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Visa Processing & Compliance

• Handle end‑to‑end visa processing for investors, company partners, and VIPs (Premium Residency, entry, residency, renewals, and exit visas).
• Ensure all visa applications meet the requirements of the PR Center.
• Maintain accurate visa and immigration records in line with Saudi regulations.
• Verify and prepare documentation such as invitation letters, chamber attestations, investment certificates, and sponsorship approvals.
• Monitor visa validity dates and proactively initiate renewals to avoid lapses.

Investor Relations & Support

• Act as the primary point of contact for all investor visa inquiries.
• Provide personalised support to investors during their visit, coordinating with internal departments for logistics, travel and accommodations.
• Manage communications with embassies, consulates and Saudi missions abroad to ensure smooth visa issuance.
• Ensure investors receive a seamless and professional experience aligned with the Bayut’s brand and values.

Agency & Government Coordination

• Build and maintain relationships with accredited overseas visa agents, legal offices and government representatives.
• Liaise with PR Center and other authorities to facilitate approvals, exemptions and documentation for investors.
• Ensure compliance with all Saudi investment and immigration policies.
• Negotiate and evaluate performance of overseas visa service providers and agencies to ensure quality and cost‑effectiveness.

Reporting & System Management

• Maintain an updated visa tracker and generate weekly/monthly reports on visa status, processing timelines and costs.
• Identify bottlenecks and suggest process improvements for faster visa turnaround.
• Handle sensitive data and documents with confidentiality and integrity.