Government Relation Specialist

About the Role

Guthmi Group is seeking a Government Relation Specialist to join our team in Makkah and Jeddah. This full-time role involves managing and monitoring all company transactions and relationships with government entities, ensuring full compliance with Saudi labor laws and regulations. The specialist will play a crucial role in supporting business continuity by completing government transactions accurately and on time.

Job Purpose

The primary objective of this position is to efficiently and professionally manage and oversee all company interactions and transactions with government bodies. This includes ensuring strict adherence to Saudi labor laws and regulations, thereby facilitating seamless business operations through the timely and accurate completion of all required government procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute all government relations transactions pertinent to the company.
• Monitor platforms of the Ministry of Human Resources, including Qiwa, Mudad, Nitaqat, Tawteen, and Hadaf.
• Follow up on procedures related to Iqamas, sponsorship transfers, profession changes, and the issuance and renewal of work permits.
• Complete visa procedures (work, exit/re-entry, final exit).
• Coordinate with the Human Resources department regarding the recruitment of non-Saudi employees.
• Monitor subscriptions and update employee data in social insurance.
• Represent the company before government entities when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with approved labor laws and government regulations.
• Prepare periodic reports on the status of government transactions and compliance rates.
• Monitor any updates or changes in government regulations and inform management accordingly.
• Coordinate with internal departments to prepare necessary documents for government entities.
• Organize and archive all government documents and transactions systematically.
• Perform any other tasks and duties assigned within the scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in government relations.
• Proven ability to manage and execute government transactions efficiently.
• Strong understanding of Saudi labor laws and government regulations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Makkah and Jeddah. The salary for this role will be discussed during the interview process.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.