Senior Gouvernment Relations Officer

Senior Government Relations Officer 

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 
Nationality Requirement: Saudi National 

About Hatch 

Hatch is a global engineering, project management, and professional services firm committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions. In Saudi Arabia, we work closely with government entities and regulatory bodies to support major projects and national initiatives aligned with Vision 2030. We are seeking a Government Relations Officer to ensure compliance with local regulations, streamline government processes, and maintain strong relationships with key authorities. 

Key Responsibilities 

Regulatory Compliance & Government Engagement 

• Act as the primary point of contact between Hatch and government authorities, handling official communications, documentation, and approvals. 

• Build and maintain productive relationships with ministries and regulatory bodies to facilitate company operations. 

• Monitor regulatory changes and advise internal teams on requirements and potential impacts. 

Licensing & Corporate Documentation 

• Manage and maintain all company licenses, registrations, and certificates with local authorities, ensuring timely renewals. 

• Prepare, review, and submit necessary documentation to government agencies with accuracy and efficiency. 

Visa, Iqama & Workforce Compliance 

• Oversee visa, work permit, and iqama processes for employees, including onboarding, renewals, transfers, and amendments. 

• Manage all workforce related transactions through government platforms such as Qiwa, Muqeem, Absher, GOSI, and Mudad. 

• Ensure compliance with Saudi labor law, Saudization requirements, and all applicable regulations. 

Policy & Internal Coordination 

• Develop and update internal procedures for licensing, visas, and government interactions. 

• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and Project teams to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements. 

• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation to support compliance and audits. 

• Maintain client portals with accurate information and coordinate requests and initiatives.  

Stakeholder & Issue Management 

• Support the resolution of employee-related government cases, ensuring adherence to local labor laws and internal policies related to government cases, ensuring adherence to local labor laws and internal policies. Related government cases, ensuring adherence to local labor laws and internal policies. 

• Identify risks and challenges related to government processes and propose proactive solutions. 

Qualifications 

• Saudi national with a bachelor's degree in business administration, Public Administration, Law, Political Science, or a related field. 

• Experience in government relations, public affairs, or a similar role within engineering, construction, consulting, or corporate environments. 

• Strong knowledge of Saudi governmental systems, labor laws, and regulatory processes. 

• Experience managing visa and iqama processes and using government portals such as Qiwa, Muqeem, Absher, and GOSI. 

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship building skills in both Arabic and English. Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines. 

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professionalism in handling sensitive matters. 

Why Join Hatch? 

• Work on impactful projects that contribute to Saudi Vision 2030. 

• Be part of a collaborative, supportive, and globally connected team. 

• Access opportunities for professional growth within a leading international firm.