Government Relations Officer

Job Summary:

The Government Relations Officer manages all company interactions with government entities and regulatory authorities to ensure full legal compliance. This role oversees the issuance, renewal, and amendment of trade licenses, real estate brokerage licenses, civil defense and security permits, drone and aviation approvals, and tenancy registrations. The position manages company vehicles, employee residencies, health insurance, and maintains accurate documentation across all government systems. Through strong communication with ministries, municipalities, and free zone authorities, the officer ensures compliance with all UAE laws and administrative procedures.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Trade & Business Licenses

• Handle the issuance, renewal, amendment, and cancellation of the company’s trade licenses.
• Obtain and renew real estate brokerage licenses for both the company and employees.
• Ensure full compliance with all requirements set by DMT, ADDED, ADREC, ADGM, RA, Free Zones, etc.

Vehicle & Fleet Administration

• Handle complete administration for company vehicles, including registration, insurance renewal, parking permits, Salik, and advertising permits.
• Handle all traffic fines and penalties, monitor, report, and process payments with the finance department.
• Maintain detailed logs and monthly reports on vehicle renewals, fines, and insurance status.

Employee & HR Documentation (ADGM)

• Handle all employee-related processes within ADGM (visas, renewals, cancellations, employment contracts, access passes).
• Coordinate with HR and management to maintain accurate employee profiles within the ADGM system.

Property & Tenancy Management

• Manage all tenancy contract registrations, renewals, amendments, and cancellations through Dari and ADGM Tawtheeq systems.
• Coordinate with the leasing and property management departments to ensure accurate and up-to-date tenancy records.

Health Insurance Management

• Oversee the end-to-end management of employee health insurance, including policy issuance, renewal, and maintenance.
• Coordinate with providers and HR to ensure comprehensive coverage that complies with UAE regulations.

Safety & Security Compliance

• Process all Civil Defense applications, renewals, and approvals & maintain valid certificates for all locations.
• Handle all applications and renewals for security permits and access approvals (e.g., National Guard).

Specialized Operations (Drones)

• Manage all applications for drone registration, aerial photography, and flight permits with GCAA, MOD, etc.
• Secure and maintain all necessary pre-operational security clearances and approvals.
• Maintain detailed records of all drones, flight approvals, renewals, and related correspondence.

Government Relations & Master Tracking

• Maintain active communication with all government entities (MOHRE, ADGM, DMT, RTA, TAMM, Civil Defense).
• Systematically track expiry dates of all official documents to ensure timely renewals.
• Regularly update HR and management with new governmental laws, procedures, or system changes.
• Update government systems and internal trackers daily with accurate information and progress status.
• Provide regular updates and reports to supervisors on application statuses and overall progress.

Education and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, Communications, or related field
• Excellent knowledge of UAE government online portals and processes
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain accurate electronic records and databases.

Work Experience

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in government relations or corporate communications
• Proven experience with online government submission systems
• Good understanding of labor and immigration regulations
• Proficient in digital documentation and tracking systems.
• Strong follow-up and time management abilities

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Can you join immediately?
• Are you fluent in Arabic and English?
• Share resume with professional photo on it

Experience:

• Government Relations Officer : 2 years (Required)

Location:

• Abu Dhabi (Required)

Work Location: In person