Government Relations Senior Specialist

Role Overview

Government Relations Senior Specialist at JASARA PMC.

Role Purpose

Manage all government-related transactions, maintain regulatory compliance, and ensure seamless coordination with Saudi government authorities to support employee onboarding, operational licensing, and organizational compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Government Transactions & Platforms

• Manage and process all government-related transactions including Iqama, visas, work permits, renewals, transfers, and related matters through platforms such as Absher, Qiwa, Muqeem, Mudad, and GOSI.
• Handle company licensing, CR renewals, municipality permits, and other official documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of all government transactions and documentation.

Regulatory Compliance & Policy

• Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws, regulatory updates, and government policies.
• Maintain strong knowledge of Saudi labor laws, government platforms, and regulatory procedures.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on government procedures, timelines, and requirements.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain strong relationships with ministries and government authorities including MOMRAH, MOI, GOSI, HRSD, and Passport Office.
• Represent JASARA in official visits, inspections, and government meetings when required.
• Develop and maintain excellent communication and relationship-building skills with government entities.

Operations & Issue Resolution

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes by coordinating government documentation and approvals.
• Ensure timely resolution of government-related issues affecting employees or operations.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare reports on GR activities, compliance status, and transaction timelines.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in government relations.
• Proven experience managing GR activities within large organizations or construction/engineering sectors.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor laws and regulatory procedures.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with government entities.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and follow-up capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.