Government Relation Officer (Saudi National)

Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist, and let your heart guide you in this world where, life beats faster.

Job Description

The Role

As Government Relations Officer (GRO), you will serve as the vital link between Movenpick Waad Al Shamal and the Saudi governmental landscape—ensuring seamless compliance, protecting the hotel's legal standing, and enabling our people to focus on delivering world-class hospitality.

You will manage all government-facing processes with precision, discretion, and a deep understanding of the regulatory environment.

What You Will Create

Government Transactions & Licensing

• Manage all government-related transactions including commercial registration, municipality licenses, and hotel operating permits.
• Maintain and renew all company licenses, certificates, and official documents on time without exception.
• Liaise with relevant authorities including the Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of Commerce, and local municipal bodies.
  
  

Workforce Compliance & Visas

• Process and renew work visas, Iqama, and exit/re-entry permits for all expatriate employees in a timely manner.
• Manage all Iqama-related transactions including transfers, upgrades, and cancellations.
• Ensure full compliance with Nitaqat (Saudization) requirements and monitor the hotel's Qiwa classification.
  
  

Platform Management

• Operate and maintain hotel accounts across all government platforms including Qiwa, Absher, Muqeem, GOSI, Mudad, and Aqar.
• Submit mandatory reports and filings across all relevant portals within required deadlines.
• Monitor updates to government regulations and proactively communicate changes to the People & Culture team.
  
  

Colleague Support & Documentation

• Act as the primary point of contact for all colleague government-related inquiries with professionalism and care.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all government documents, permits, and employee legal files.
• Support the onboarding and offboarding process for expatriate colleagues from a government compliance perspective.
  
  

Qualifications

2 Years experience in Government Relation Officer job in 5 -star hotels.

Additional Information

• English & Arabic Speaker preferably.
• Remote Location - Turaif, Saudi Arabia.