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| Atkins Middle East Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Ref: HP331-252 |
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The RoleThe RoleManaging and controlling the process of all activities that are related to the Government offices. Supervise and assure that responsibilities are executed in a timely manner, and provide the business with efficient reports that highlights opportunities and avoid obstacles. Responsibilities Liaising with municipality, economic department and any other government departments in relation to Trade Licence/setting up of new office etc. Keeping abreast with current labour/ immigration laws and update the HR staff on any changes Keep the HR team informed of significant problems that may jeopardize the achievement of company goals, and those are not being addressed adequately. Responding to staff enquiries on visa/labour/passport matters Directs the preparation and maintenance of reports as are necessary to carry out the function of immigration. Prepares periodic reports for management or relevant authorities, as necessary and as required. Monitors the implementation of an improvement process for all immigration& labour records to be tracked and maintained through the company system. Directs the preparation and maintenance with respect to visa documentation related to new starters, leavers, transfers and renewals. Organises attestation of certificates and legal translation of documents and other activities related to immigration and labour. Oversees the implementation of the immigration & labour responsibilities of the company in KSA .Monitors administration to establish standards and procedures. Identifies opportunities for improvement and resolves any discrepancies. Provides advice to management on local and government services. Protect the interest of the company in accordance with governmental authorities, laws and regulation. Strengthen the relationship with public agencies through events engaging the community Will ensure all records, databases are updated and maintained in proactive manner Coordinate with outside counsel and third party vendors regarding immigration issues Initiates cases, or coordinates the initiation of such, with outside Counsel to procure non-immigrant and immigrant visas; Communicates with various government agencies for certification of documents and coordinates with third parties on documentation needs; Other duties as requested from time to time. |
RequirementsRequirementsEssential Saudi National Minimum education level: High school 5 – 10 years local experience liaising with Immigration, Labour department and other government departments for all employee affairs Good knowledge of Saudi labour and immigration rules Good communication skills Good command of English and Arabic both oral and written Excellent problem solving and quality control skills; Excellent customer service skills. Behavioural Competencies Proactive and responsible Cooperative |
About the CompanyAbout the CompanyAtkins is one of the leading providers of professional, technology based consultancy and support services to the industry, commerce and governments in all of the world’s major economies. With over 17,000 staff operating in Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and the Americas, Atkins has a broad range of skills and resources and provides Clients with a comprehensive service throughout the entire life cycle of the projects in the built environment. We aim to be the international first choice supplier of technical and integrated services. Shaped by our customers' needs, our vision is to: • focus on quality • seek world class design and excellence • strive to add value • be flexible to the evolving needs of a changing society Atkins first carried out design and supervision commissions in the Gulf area in 1967. From its regional head office in Dubai, U.A.E. Atkins Middle East now employs over 2000 staff located in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Oman (Muscat ), Qatar (Doha) Bahrain (Manama), Kuwait (Kuwait City) and India (Bangalore). |
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