Senior HR Government Relations Officer

Senior HR Government Relations Officer **Location:** UAE **Department:** Human Resources **Employment Type:** Full\-Time About the Role We are looking for an experienced **Senior HR Government Relations Officer** to manage all government\-related HR processes, including employment visas, work permits, labour and immigration transactions, establishment administration, Emiratisation compliance, and MOHRE classification. The ideal candidate must have strong knowledge of UAE government portals and regulations, excellent analytical skills, and advanced Excel experience for reporting and workforce analysis. Key Responsibilities: 1\- Government Relations * Process employment visas, work permits, Emirates ID, medical fitness, and residency applications. * Handle visa renewals, cancellations, status changes, and related government transactions. * Process labour contracts and MOHRE applications. * Coordinate with MOHRE, ICP, and other UAE government authorities. * Ensure all government transactions are completed accurately and within deadlines. 2\- Establishment Management * Monitor all company establishments and ensure licences and files remain active. * Track establishment quotas and labour file status. * Manage establishment updates, modifications, and renewals. * Monitor company classification and recommend actions to maintain or improve MOHRE classification. 3\- Emiratisation \& Compliance * Monitor Emiratisation targets and compliance requirements. * Prepare Emiratisation reports and recommend corrective actions. * Follow up on Nafis registrations and related government requirements. * Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and government regulations. 4\- Reporting \& Data Analysis * Prepare weekly and monthly HR operational reports. * Analyse workforce data, visa status, labour costs, and compliance KPIs. * Maintain accurate employee and government records. * Develop Excel dashboards and management reports. * Identify operational risks and recommend improvements. 5\- Operational Support * Coordinate with HR, Recruitment, Payroll, and Finance departments. * Support audits and compliance reviews. * Maintain confidential employee records. * Improve HR operational processes and documentation. Requirements: * Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field. * Minimum **5–8 years** of experience in UAE Government Relations, HR Operations, or PRO functions. * Strong knowledge of: * MOHRE * ICP * UAE Labour Law * Employment Visas * Work Permits * Labour Contracts * Establishment Management * Company Classification * Emiratisation * Nafis * Experience handling multiple company establishments. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, Power Query, Charts, Dashboards). * Experience preparing management reports and analysing HR data. * Excellent organisational and communication skills. * Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Preferred Skills * Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills. * High attention to detail. * Excellent time management. * Knowledge of Odoo HR or other HRIS systems. What We Offer * Competitive salary package. * Career development opportunities. * Professional working environment. * Opportunity to work with one of the UAE's leading retail and F\&B companies. Job Type: Full\-time Work Location: In person