Government Relations Officer

About Us

Airswift is the leading workforce solutions provider to the STEM industries. For over 40 years Airswift has been transforming lives through the provision of international workforce solutions to STEM industries. Today, we are an integrated team of over 900 employees across 37 countries, supporting over 8,000 contractors globally.

We are a people business – we transform lives through the world of work. We care about wellbeing, community engagement and our planet – we plant a tree for every person placed in a job globally! We have a passion for growth, including investing in the development of our people.

We support professionals looking for jobs with exceptional firms in the technology, construction, and engineering sectors.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly organized, fast paced, and proactive Government Relations Officer (GRO) to manage and coordinate all activities related to government affairs. The GRO will ensure compliance with all Saudi governmental regulations and procedures, act as the company’s liaison with government entities, and support business operations by facilitating licensing, visa processing, and other regulatory requirements-often in high-volume, time-sensitive situations.

Principle Accountabilities:

• Liaise and build strong relationships with government departments such as the Ministry of Labor, GOSI, Ministry of Interior, Chamber of Commerce, and other relevant authorities.
• Handle all visa applications, Iqama issuance/renewal/cancellation, exit/re-entry visas, and related employee documentation.
• Ensure timely renewal of licenses, permits, and company registrations (e.g., CR, MISA, municipality licenses).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and communicate relevant updates to internal departments.
• Support legal and HR departments with documentation and government compliance.
• Represent the company at official meetings or during inspections.
• Process and manage Saudization and Nitaqat compliance-related activities.
• Maintain confidential records and handle government correspondence.
• Work efficiently and accurately under pressure to manage high volumes of requests and meet tight deadlines.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Saudi National.
• Proven experience as a GRO or in a similar government liaison role within Saudi Arabia.
• Strong understanding of Saudi labor law, immigration regulations, and business licensing processes.
• Proven experience of building and managing a highly functional GRO team to meet increasing company requirements.
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Capable of working quickly and handling high volumes of work without compromising quality.
• Valid Saudi driving license and willingness to travel locally when required.

What we can offer you!

• Attractive monthly base salary + competitive commission/performance bonus.
• Genuine career progression opportunities, either locally or globally!
• World-class training programmes and development opportunities.
• Team driven environment, supportive culture with a focus on work-life balance.
• Career breaks available after one year.
• Real time recognition through our employee reward platform.
• Mental Health First Aiders to signpost you to support when you need it.
• Yearly destination trips as part of our High Flyers program (Dubai, Buenos Aires, etc…)
• Charity days for various important causes such as Relay for Life and Earth Day.

Our Core Values:

• Growth - In life and business, one must grow to flourish and achieve high ambitions. Growth requires change, challenge, risk and sacrifice - we will always choose growth.
• Life – Above all else, we value life. The quality of life, both in and outside of work, profoundly influences our well-being and our impact on the world.
• Excellence - We deliver, holding ourselves accountable for results. Our customers see excellence in everything we do.
• Integrity - We are ethical, open, honest and authentic. People trust us to do the right thing for the right reason.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Airswift, we believe that diversity is critical to our success and makes us a great place to work. We are committed to building an equal opportunity workplace, the more inclusive we are - the better our work will be.

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