Government Relations Officer

Be an essential element to a brighter future.We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.Job DescriptionThe role of the Government Relation Officer is to process and carry out all legal matters relating to visas, permits, licenses, and registration of employees, liaising with government departments and agencies in Saudi Arabia.Pay bills online in HSBC portal, including customs duties, VAT, electricity, phone, and company license feesRegister name at chamber of commerce for signing stamped documents on behalf of the company (Manage online or go in person if needed for attestation of company documents, including licenses, contracts, work agreements, certificates, and other documents requested by customers, suppliers and government agencies)Maintain login ID and password for government online portalsRenew and maintain government registrations and licenses to keep them current and avoid expiration. Including commercial registration (CR), municipality license, civil defense, SAGIA license, and othersAssist sales team with registrations in customer vendor systems, providing attested documents on request (i.e., ARAMCO)Visit customers if needed to deliver or pick-up samples or tender documentsManage the company office in Saudi Arabia including rent payments, utilities payments, cleaning, repairsMeet with government representatives if they request inspection of ASTC officeObtain visas in Saudi Arabia for visitors and employees of the companyAssist with labor office, including monthly salary information, Saudization certificate, GOSI certificate, other documentsAssist with monthly VAT returns, working with Albemarle finance team to submit the calculations into the government portalSubmit applications for import permits for products as neededAssist with logistics and customs clearance, working with our clearance agent, BDP, to provide attested documents and make payments of customs dutiesManage legal entity and Saudization activitiesSkills, Knowledge& Experience Required For The RoleAssociate degree in business or finance preferredSaudi national in good standing and with proper documentationPrinciples and practices of Saudi Arabia public administration, processes, policies, and procedures, including applicable laws, codes, and regulationsPrinciples and practices of budget development and administration, basic accounting, and public financeComputer applications and government portals related to the workTerms and acronyms commonly used in the assigned responsibilitiesPrinciples and practices of contract negotiation and administrationPrinciples and techniques of making effective written and oral presentationsRecords management principles and practicesTechniques for dealing with a variety of individuals, at all levels of responsibility, in person and over the telephoneCommunicating effectively in oral and written forms in both Arabic and English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuationRecognizing and understanding issues of a sensitive nature; analyzing situations, identifying appropriate alternatives, and recognizing consequences of proposed action and non-action; negotiating mutually satisfactory solutions to issues and implementing appropriate responses and/or recommendationsOrganizing and prioritizing work to meet schedules and timelinesWorking independently and exercising good judgment and confidentialityMaking effective presentations in front of individuals and groupsDeveloping and maintaining cooperative and productive working relationships with local media, legislators, lobbyists, and others involved in government rolesDealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephoneWe are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.