Government Relations Officer

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS OFFICER (GRO)Location: Dammam / Al Khobar, Saudi ArabiaDepartment: Administration / HRReports To: HR Manager / Country ManagerJob PurposeThe Government Relations Officer is responsible for managing the company's regulatory compliance and all interactions with Saudi government authorities. The role ensures the company maintains full operational compliance with labor, immigration, and licensing requirements while supporting smooth mobilization of manpower and business operations across Saudi Arabia. The GRO will play a critical role in preventing regulatory violations, resolving government-related issues, and maintaining the company's legal standing with all relevant authorities.Key ResponsibilitiesManage all employee-related government transactions including work permits, iqama issuance and renewals, sponsorship transfers, and exit/re-entry visas.Maintain company compliance across all government platforms including employment registration, Saudization status, and labor contract approvals.Monitor the companys regulatory status and ensure the organization remains compliant with Saudi labor laws and government requirements.Maintain all company registrations and official licenses including Commercial Registration, Chamber of Commerce membership, and other statutory approvals.Liaise with relevant government authorities to process approvals, resolve administrative matters, and address regulatory issues affecting company operations.Support manpower mobilization for projects by coordinating visa issuance, employee documentation, and regulatory approvals.Monitor company Saudization (Nitaqat) status and coordinate corrective actions when required.Maintain accurate records of all government transactions and employee documentation.Provide guidance to management on regulatory updates and government requirements affecting company operations.Coordinate document attestation, approvals, and official submissions with government authorities.RequirementsMinimum 5–7 years experience as GRO in Saudi ArabiaDemonstrated experience handling government transactions for contracting, industrial, or EPC companiesStrong understanding of Saudi labor law, immigration procedures, and government administrative systemsProven ability to manage company compliance requirements and resolve regulatory issuesStrong government relations network within the Eastern ProvinceAbility to handle complex government procedures and administrative problem solvingFluent Arabic and EnglishValid Saudi driving licenseSaudi NationalPreferred ExperienceCandidates with prior experience supporting companies operating in:Jubail Industrial CityAramco contractorsSABIC / refinery contractorsLarge industrial projectsSalary RangeSAR 7,000 – 9,000 per month#J-18808-Ljbffr