Are you experienced in managing government relations, labor regulations, visa processing, and corporate compliance within the UAE? Do you have strong relationships with government authorities and the ability to handle all PRO-related activities efficiently? If you are fluent in Arabic and can communicate effectively in Hindi and Urdu, we invite you to join our client's team as a Government Relations Manager.
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee all government-related transactions and approvals.
- Handle visa processing, labor permits, Emirates ID applications, and immigration matters.
- Liaise with government authorities, ministries, municipalities, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws, immigration regulations, and company licensing requirements.
- Manage company trade licenses, permit renewals, and regulatory documentation.
- Maintain strong relationships with government departments and external stakeholders.
- Monitor changes in government regulations and advise management accordingly.
- Coordinate with HR regarding employee onboarding, visa renewals, and labor contracts.
- Represent the company in meetings with government agencies when required.
- Ensure timely completion of all government-related documentation and approvals.
- Lead and supervise PRO and government relations staff.
- Prepare reports and updates for management on government affairs and compliance matters.
Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Law, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of UAE Government Relations / PRO experience.
- Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws, immigration procedures, and government regulations.
- Fluent in Arabic (spoken and written) – Mandatory.
- Ability to communicate in Hindi and Urdu – Mandatory.
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience dealing with MOHRE, Immigration, Municipality, Economic Department, and other UAE government entities.
- UAE Driving License preferred.
Nice to have
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and administrative abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
What's great in the job?
- Great team of smart people, in a friendly and open culture
- No dumb managers, no stupid tools to use, no rigid working hours
- No waste of time in enterprise processes, real responsibilities and autonomy
- Expand your knowledge of various business industries
- Create content that will help our users on a daily basis
- Real responsibilities and challenges in a fast evolving company
What We Offer
Salary: AED 9000/Month
Job Location: Dubai
Type of Employment: Permanent / Full Time
What you can expect from the employer:
Competitive salary package.
Medical insurance and other benefits.
Professional growth opportunities.
Dynamic and collaborative work environment