Government Relations Officer (Saudi National)

Join SLS The Red Sea: Elevate Your Career in Government Relations

At SLS The Red Sea, a visionary lifestyle destination and part of Ennismore’s globally renowned hospitality portfolio, we redefine excellence through bold design, exceptional service, and an unparalleled social experience. Nestled along the breathtaking Red Sea coast, our resort is more than a hospitality landmark—it’s a dynamic ecosystem where creativity flourishes, individuality is celebrated, and innovation drives every aspect of guest and team experiences. As we continue to shape the future of this iconic destination, we are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Government Relations Officer to join our People & Culture team.

In this pivotal role, you will serve as a strategic liaison between our organization and Saudi government authorities, ensuring seamless compliance with labor regulations, visa processes, and employee documentation. Your expertise will be instrumental in maintaining smooth operations, fostering a supportive work environment, and upholding the highest standards of hospitality excellence. This is an opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking team while making a tangible impact on the guest and employee experience at SLS The Red Sea.

Key Responsibilities

As the Government Relations Officer, your responsibilities will include:

• Comprehensive Government Transaction Management: Oversee the end-to-end processing of critical government-related transactions, including Iqamas, work permits, visas (entry, exit, and re-entry), and final exits, ensuring accuracy and adherence to Saudi regulations.
• Platform Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for government platforms such as Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, Mudad, Absher, Balady, and the Chamber of Commerce, managing renewals, validations, and pending cases with precision and efficiency.
• Proactive Compliance and Renewal Tracking: Monitor the validity of all employee documents—including Iqamas, work permits, visas, and licenses—and initiate timely renewals to avoid disruptions or compliance issues.
• Visa and Sponsorship Support: Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition and People & Culture teams to streamline visa processes for new hires, ensuring all documentation is accurately prepared and submitted.
• Labor-Related Transactions: Handle employee transfers, profession changes, and sponsorship matters, coordinating closely with government authorities and internal stakeholders to resolve pending cases efficiently.
• Onboarding and Offboarding Assistance: Facilitate government-related formalities during employee onboarding and offboarding, ensuring a seamless transition for both new and departing team members.
• Record Management and Reporting: Maintain meticulous records of all government transactions, applications, renewals, payments, and pending cases, providing clear and timely updates to leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Financial Coordination: Work with the Finance department to process government fees and payments, ensuring all transactions are completed accurately and on time.
• Regulatory Vigilance: Stay abreast of updates, notifications, and regulatory changes on government platforms, communicating critical information to the People & Culture team to maintain compliance.
• Escalation and Resolution: Follow up on pending transactions, addressing delays or complications with proactive problem-solving and escalation when necessary.
• Confidentiality and Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality when handling sensitive employee, company, and government-related information.
• Team Collaboration: Partner with the People & Culture team to foster a positive, organized, and people-centric work environment that aligns with the values and vision of SLS The Red Sea.

This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where attention to detail, regulatory expertise, and a customer-service mindset are paramount. If you are passionate about driving operational excellence in government relations and eager to contribute to the growth of a world-class hospitality destination, we invite you to be part of our journey at SLS The Red Sea.