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Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Relations, Government Relations, Compliance, Immigration Law, Labour Law, Employee Services, Onboarding, Offboarding, Communication, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Interpersonal Skills, MS Office, Arabic, English, Driving License

Industry

Apparel & Fashion

Description

ONE WORLD, ONE PHILOSOPHY, ONE FAMILY - that's BESTSELLER, a family-run and global fashion group. Under the BESTSELLER Region East umbrella are brands such as ONLY, JACK & JONES, VERO MODA, NAME IT and many more.In 2025, we will celebrate 50 years of BESTSELLER! Under the theme "Nearness", we will highlight what defines us: close collaboration, strong partnerships, and a shared drive to create fashion with passion and responsibility.Would you like to be a part of our success story?We are looking for a well-organized and experienced Public Relations Officer (PRO) to manage end-to-end UAE government relations and documentation as the company’s Public Relations Officer (PRO), while also covering key HR administration tasks. Ensure full compliance across immigration, labour, licensing, and employee services by coordinating with authorities, embassies, and internal stakeholders, and by proactively tracking renewals, filings, and regulatory requirements to keep processes accurate and on time. Responsibilities Government Relations & Compliance Liaise with UAE government departments (MOHRE, GDRFA, DED, Municipality, Free Zones, etc.) and act as the company’s official representative. Manage all activities related to immigration, labour, municipality authorities, and company licensing (applications, renewals, cancellations, amendments). Oversee visa processes for employees and families, including health insurance, Emirates ID, and sponsorship. Handle attestations, legalizations, Ejari, tenancy contracts, civil defense certificates, and related permits. Maintain compliance with UAE Labour Law, Immigration Law, and free zone regulations, ensuring timely documentation and accurate records. Ensure solid knowledge of relevant authorities, procedures, and documentation specifically in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, with expertise in their individual requirements. Employee Services Support onboarding and offboarding (medical tests, visa stamping, cancellations). Guide employees through government-related processes and coordinate with embassies/consulates when required. Coordination & Communication Build and maintain strong relationships with ministries, embassies, free zones, and semi-government bodies. Provide regular updates to management on new regulations and policy changes. Collaborate with HR, Admin, and Legal on staff-related legal and immigration matters and support audits or inspections. Qualifications & Requirements 2–5 years of proven experience as a PRO in the UAE. Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law, visa, immigration, and licensing processes. Experience working in a retail business in the UAE, with in-depth knowledge of the legal and procedural requirements for the setup, establishment, and ongoing management of corporate branches and licensing. Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written). Valid UAE driving license (mandatory). Established network of contacts within government departments. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to independently track expiry dates (licenses, visas, etc.), raise flags in due time, and act proactively. Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. Proficient in MS Office; familiarity with UAE government portals (MOHRE, GDRFA, ICP, Free Zones). High level of discretion in handling confidential information. Important:Please note that only applications submitted through our system will be considered.At BESTSELLER, We Own It!

Responsibilities

The Public Relations Officer (PRO) will manage end-to-end UAE government relations and documentation while covering key HR administration tasks. Responsibilities include liaising with government departments, managing immigration and labor activities, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws.