Public Relations Officer (PRO) (Saudi only)
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Job Description
Job Overview:
As a Public Relations Officer you are responsible for managing all interactions with government entities in Saudi Arabia to ensure compliance and the timely completion of employeerelated requirements. This includes overseeing visas iqamas immigration labor office processes and all necessary documentation while ensuring hotels compliance with Saudi laws and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Your key responsibilities include:
- Coordinate and manage relationship with Saudi government agencies (e.g. MHRSD Jawazat GOSI Baladiyah and the Ministry of Tourism police) to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
- Ensure that all hotel licenses permits and operating documentation are renewed accurate and compliant with local laws and regulations.
- Monitor regulatory changes or amendments to Saudi laws rules regulations forms formats and other procedures that might be required.
- Manage all residency permit processes (Iqamas) including issuance renewal transfers and cancellations.
- Support the onboarding process by facilitating work visas medical tests fingerprinting and other required procedures.
- Ensures that all food handlers are having occupational health cards and ensures that expiring cards are renewed on time
- Complete exit/reentry and final exit visa formalities for employees in a timely and compliant manner
- Handle exit/reentry and final exit visa processes in a timely and compliant manner.
- Ensure that all relevant documents are communicated periodically to the immigration and labor offices for canceled or absconding employees.
- Operate and manage data entry on all government portals
- Maintain accurate and updated records of all governmentrelated documentation and correspondence.
- Keep records of passports and visa expiry dates inform team members in advance of passport expiry dates and extend/renew visas prior to expiry dates
- Prepare monthly compliance reports for management and audits.
- Act as the hotels point of contact for all inquiries regarding legal or administrative matters.
- Partner with People & Culture to meet Saudization goals and inspire opportunities for local talent in alignment with Vision 2030.
- Represent SLS The Red Sea during inspections licensing reviews and official site visits.
Qualifications :
- Minimum Diploma or High School Certificate (Bachelors degree in Public Relations Communications or Law is preferred).
- Minimum 35 years in a government relations or PRO role in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- Experience in luxury hospitality or mixeduse lifestyle projects is highly preferred.
- Expertlevel knowledge of Muqeem Qiwa GOSI and Absher is essential.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English (additional languages a plus).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook).
- Exceptional organizational skills attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information.
- Ability to thrive in a fastpaced environment prioritizing multiple tasks under pressure.
- Experience using government portals and databases for immigration processing.
Additional Information :
Whats in it for you...
- The opportunity to join an innovative fastgrowing international group thats committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
- The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
- Become part of a team thats very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity.
- A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
- Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands.
SLS is part of Ennismore a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community with a global collection of entrepreneurial and founderbuilt brands with purpose at their heart. Ennismore is a joint venture with Accor formed in 2021.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
