Responsibilities:
1) Government Liaison
- Act as the main point of contact between the company and government authorities (e.g. Ministry of Labor, Immigration, etc.).
- Process and renew work permits, residency permits, employment visas, exit/re-entry visas, and family visas.
- Manage attestation of documents and contracts required by authorities.
2) Customs & Clearance Support
- Coordinate with customs authorities and logistics providers to ensure timely and compliant clearance of imported goods, office equipment, or company materials.
- Prepare and submit required customs documentation, including invoices, certificates of origin, and other supporting documents.
- Ensure all imports/exports meet local customs regulations and company compliance standards.
- Act as the liaison between internal departments (e.g., Procurement, Admin) and customs officials to resolve any clearance issues or delays.
- Maintain accurate records of all import/export transactions and ensure timely payment of duties and taxes when applicable.
3) Document Management
- Ensure timely preparation and submission of all necessary paperwork for onboarding, renewals, and terminations.
- Maintain a tracker of all government-related processes to ensure compliance and renewals are completed on time.
- Handle the registration and renewal of commercial licenses and company-related certifications.
4) Compliance & Advisory
- Stay up to date on local labor laws, immigration rules, and government policy changes.
- Advise HR and management on compliance risks and required updates to HR or business processes.
- Ensure all employee-related government transactions are handled according to the law.
5) Internal Coordination
- Partner with HR, Admin, and Mobility teams to support employee relocation and onboarding.
- Support audits or inspections from government bodies and prepare required documentation.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a PRO (minimum 3 years).
- Familiarity with digital government portals.
- Strong knowledge of labor law and immigration regulations.
- Fluency in Arabic and English (written and verbal).
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Driving license with own vehicle.