Government Relations Officer

Job description

Description We are looking for a Government Relations Officer to join our Human Resources team at Holiday Inn Riyadh the employer Yard. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all government-related processes for hotel colleagues, ensuring compliance with Saudi regulations, and maintaining accurate records across government platforms. The role plays a key part in supporting smooth HR operations while ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are met. Key Responsibilities: • Process and monitor work permits, Iqama renewals, visas, and other government-related transactions. • Manage HR activities through government platforms such as Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, Mudad, and other relevant systems. • Coordinate with government authorities to ensure timely completion of all employee documentation and regulatory requirements. • Maintain accurate records of employee documents, expiry dates, and government transactions. • Support onboarding and offboarding processes by completing all required government procedures. • Prepare and submit official government applications, reports, and correspondence. • Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law and all applicable government regulations. • Coordinate with Finance and HR regarding government fees, payments, and approvals. • Provide guidance to colleagues on government-related procedures and documentation. • Perform other government relations and HR support duties as assigned by the Human Resources Manager.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in Government Relations or HR Operations, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi government platforms including Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, and Mudad.
• Good understanding of Saudi Labor Law and government procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

Skills