Government Relations Supervisor
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Department: People & Culture
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reporting To: People & Culture Manager
Job Summary
Basiqat by Mantis is seeking an experienced and proactive Government Relations Supervisor to join our pre-opening team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing government-related transactions, ensuring compliance with Saudi Arabian labor laws and regulations, and maintaining effective relationships with relevant government authorities.
The role is essential in supporting the resort's pre-opening activities, employee onboarding, regulatory compliance, and ongoing government relations operations.
Key Responsibilities
Government Relations & Regulatory Compliance
Manage and process all government-related transactions, permits, licenses, and official documentation.
Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law, immigration regulations, and applicable government requirements.
Coordinate with relevant government authorities, including MHRSD, Jawazat, GOSI, and other regulatory bodies.
Monitor regulatory changes and advise the People & Culture Manager on their operational implications.
Maintain accurate records of government correspondence, licenses, permits, and renewal deadlines.
Government Platforms & Employee Services
Manage transactions through Qiwa, Muqeem, Absher Business, GOSI, Mudad, and other relevant government platforms.
Process employee work permits, Iqama issuance and renewals, exit/re-entry visas, final exit visas, and sponsorship transfers.
Coordinate employee registrations and updates with relevant government entities.
Monitor the validity of employee documentation and ensure timely renewals.
Support the maintenance of employee records and compliance reporting.
Saudization & Labor Compliance
Monitor Saudization requirements and support compliance with applicable Nitaqat regulations.
Assist the People & Culture Manager with workforce compliance and government reporting.
Support the preparation of documentation for government inspections and audits.
Identify potential compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.
Pre-Opening Responsibilities
Support the establishment and activation of required government accounts and platforms for the new property.
Coordinate government-related requirements for the recruitment and onboarding of pre-opening Heartists.
Assist in securing and monitoring required government approvals and operational documentation in coordination with relevant departments.
Establish government relations procedures, tracking systems, and documentation controls.
Work closely with People & Culture, Finance, and other departments to ensure pre-opening readiness.
Coordination & Reporting
Maintain professional relationships with government representatives and external service providers.
Prepare regular reports on government transactions, pending applications, renewals, and compliance matters.
Ensure confidentiality and accuracy when handling employee and company information.
Perform additional government relations duties as assigned by the People & Culture Manager.
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