Public Relations Officer

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Public Relations Officer (Emirati Hire) to manage the company’s government relations and ensure the smooth and timely completion of government-related transactions across the UAE.

The PRO will act as a key liaison between the company and relevant government authorities, supporting visa and immigration matters, labour-related processes, licensing, company documentation, and other government formalities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day government relations and official transactions on behalf of the company.
• Liaise with relevant UAE government authorities and departments regarding company and employee-related matters.
• Handle visa, residency, Emirates ID, work permit, medical, and other immigration-related processes.
• Coordinate new employee visa applications, renewals, cancellations, transfers, and related government procedures.
• Support company and trade licence renewals, amendments, registrations, and government approvals.
• Manage submissions, applications, approvals, and follow-ups with relevant authorities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of government documents, licences, permits, visas, and employee documentation.
• Monitor expiry dates and ensure timely renewal of all relevant documents.
• Support HR with employee onboarding and offboarding requirements from a government-relations perspective.
• Ensure all government transactions are completed accurately, efficiently, and within required timelines.
• Keep up to date with changes to UAE government regulations, procedures, and requirements.
• Provide internal teams with guidance on government processes and required documentation.
• Represent the company professionally when dealing with government authorities and external stakeholders.
• Prepare regular updates and reports on pending and completed government transactions.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee, company, and government-related information.
• Perform other government-relations and administrative duties as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a PRO, Public Relations Officer, Government Relations Officer, or similar role in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of UAE government procedures and requirements.
• Practical experience with immigration, labour, visa, residency, Emirates ID, licensing, and other government processes.
• Familiarity with relevant UAE government portals and online systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions, priorities, and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard administrative systems.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.