Government Relations Officer (GRO)

Company

CTRD Company for Business Services (CTRD Arabia) is a company registered in KSA (CR: 1009114532).

Company Overview

CTRD Arabia provides trusted professional and business services, shaping smarter organisations through high level management consultancy. We place a great deal of value in strong personal relationships, becoming trusted advisers to our clients and partners working with them to identify and resolve their challenges.

We deliver business services, professional services, transformation and development services, consultancy

services, and language services, focused on practical outcomes and long-term value.

People are at the heart of what we do, both within our organisation and when working with others externally. Our success is built on getting our relationships right, delivering on what we commit to, holding ourselves accountable, and maintaining humility in everything we do. Our priorities are people, project and profit, in that order.

Background & Role Overview

The purpose of the Country Management Office (CMO) is to provide support to our projects within KSA and support and develop the running of the business in country.

The CMO provides centralised support to the projects for administration, local operations and compliance. The GM CTRD Arabia leads the team and is supported by and exercises leadership and management control through 2 Functional Heads, one for Business Services and one for Project Services.

Working directly to the GR Manager, the GRO will be responsible for obtaining and maintaining the licenses, registrations, permits, government approvals, and regulatory requirements needed for CTRD Arabia to operate in KSA.

The GRO will also manage relationships with relevant government ministries, Royal Commissions, semi-government entities, and regulatory bodies, while supporting workforce-related government processes such as IQAMA, work permits, exit/re-entry visas, Labour Office matters, Muqeem, Qiwa, HRSD, GOSI, and Saudization / Nitaqat compliance.

The GRO will represent CTRD Arabia professionally in government interactions and ensure all government correspondence, regulatory submissions, renewals, and employment compliance activities are completed accurately and within required timelines.

Location

Riyadh with occasional travel to other parts of the Kingdom.

Hours of Work

40 hours

Contract Type

Fixed Term Contract 12 months

Role Responsibilities

Handle all government transactions through authorities, including Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD), Muqeem, Qiwa, Absher, Chamber of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce, ZATCA and other applicable authorities.
Assist employees with government-related queries and ensure a smooth experience in all official matters.
Ensure timely renewal of company licenses, registrations, permits, and official documents.
Coordinate with government authorities and external agencies regarding regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate records of all government transactions and employee documentation.
Support Saudization (Nitaqat) compliance and workforce-related reporting requirements.
Represent the company before government entities when required.
Handle telecom, internet, and service requests from branches.
Handle vehicle documentation (registrations, insurance, driving authorizations)

Requirements

Essential

Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a PRO or Government Relations Officer in Saudi Arabia.
Thorough knowledge of Saudi labor law, immigration regulations, and government portals.
Experience handling visa processing, Iqama management, and employee relations activities.
Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion and professionalism.
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple trackers, deadlines and follow-ups accurately
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Fluent English & Arabic both verbal and written.
Advanced in MS Excel & Word
Proficient in MS Outlook, Teams & Powerpoint.

Desirable

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business Administration or a related field .
Experience of HR operations.
Previous experience in a multinational, consultancy, professional services or project-based environment.

Government Relations Officer

Government Relations Officer_ Saudi National