Public Relations Officer (PRO)

Job Title : Public Relations Officer (PRO)

Location : Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Nationality : Non-Saudi (Arabic-speaking)

Salary Range : SAR 7,000 8,000 (All-inclusive)

Department : Government Relations / HR

Reporting To : HR Manager / Operations Manager

Job Purpose :

To manage all government-related documentation, public relations affairs, and ensure compliance with KSA labor, immigration, and commercial laws. The PRO will serve as the companys official representative for external government communications and handle all documentation in Arabic.

Key Responsibilities :

Handle all visa, Iqama, work permit, and labor card processes in accordance with Saudi labor and immigration regulations.

Liaise and coordinate with government authorities such as the Ministry of Labor, Jawazat, GOSI, Chamber of Commerce, and MOFA.

Submit, follow up, and collect all new employment visas and labor approvals.

Manage the renewal, transfer, and cancellation of Iqamas, licenses, CR, and other legal documentation.

Translate and submit Arabic documents to relevant ministries and ensure proper legal formats.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of KSA labor laws, Saudization regulations, and governmental policy changes.

Support company-wide compliance efforts for audits, inspections, and legal renewals.

Represent the company in labor disputes, court hearings, or government appointments when needed.

Maintain proper records of all PRO work and provide regular reporting to management.

Qualifications & Skills :

Minimum Diploma or Bachelors Degree in any field.

35 years of experience in a similar PRO role within KSA (Riyadh experience preferred).

Excellent knowledge of Saudi labor law, visa processes, GOSI, and government portals (Muqeem, Absher, Qiwa, etc.).

Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written) is mandatory.

Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.

Valid and transferable Iqama required.

Must hold a valid Saudi driving license.

Preferred Candidate :

Non-Saudi national with professional Arabic language skills.

Currently based in Riyadh or willing to relocate.