Government Operations Associate

Position Summary We are inviting UAE Nationals to join our Government Operations team and support day-to-day government relations and immigration activities in the UAE. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for a recent graduate or student looking to gain practical experience within HR and Government Operations in a multinational environment. The successful candidate will support employee documentation and government processes, working closely with internal stakeholders and relevant UAE authorities to help ensure activities are completed accurately and on time while contributing to a smooth employee experience. Key Responsibilities • Support the processing and coordination of UAE employment visas, work permits/labour cards, residency documentation, and related government requirements. • Liaise with relevant UAE immigration, labour, and government authorities to support applications, renewals, cancellations, and other employee-related transactions. • Track applications and documentation, following up to ensure activities are completed within required timelines. • Support employees with basic guidance on documentation requirements and process steps. • Maintain accurate records and ensure government-related documentation is appropriately filed and kept up to date. • Work closely with internal HR colleagues and external service providers, where applicable, to resolve routine queries and support efficient processing. • Provide general administrative support across Government Operations activities as required. Basic Qualifications • UAE National. • Recent graduate or student seeking practical experience within HR and Government Operations. • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Comfortable engaging with government authorities and handling administrative processes. • Proactive, reliable, and willing to learn. • Ability to manage multiple activities and follow up effectively. Preferred Qualifications • Academic or internship exposure to HR, Government Relations, Administration, or a related area. • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy. • Ability to work collaboratively with different stakeholders. • Customer-service mindset and willingness to support employees throughout administrative processes. Additional Information This role is based in the United Arab Emirates. Skills Communication, Cross-Departmental Collaboration, Innovation, Leadership, Presentation Techniques, Project Controls, Project Management, Project Management Governance, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Leadership, Timeline Management • UAE National. • Recent graduate or student seeking practical experience within HR and Government Operations. • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Comfortable engaging with government authorities and handling administrative processes. • Proactive, reliable, and willing to learn. • Ability to manage multiple activities and follow up effectively. Preferred Qualifications • Academic or internship exposure to HR, Government Relations, Administration, or a related area. • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy. • Ability to work collaboratively with different stakeholders. • Customer-service mindset and willingness to support employees throughout administrative processes.