Public Relations Officer - Kuwait

at  Baker Hughes

WORKING FOR YOU

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

About Us:
We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
Join Us:
Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.
Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Coordinating on all matters related to Government Relations for Baker Hughes in Kuwait
• Supporting all government-related transactions for both expatriate and national employees including employment visas, labor contracts, civil ids, security passes and Social Security registrations.
• Dealing with confidential and sensitive files of employees in companies
• Having a clear understanding of all Labor Laws and Regulations in Kuwait
• Coordinating with Product Lines and Administration for daily requests to support the operations of the business.
• Handling the needs of a large number of employees (and company contractors), maintaining good contacts and rapport with the relevant local and federal government authorities / departments.
• Being well versed with the continually changing labor laws, government policies and procedures
• Coordinating with HR and Immigration team for end of service process of employees
• Handling activities including but not limited to visa, medical, security clearance formalities for staff
• Organizing visas for business related travel as require

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
• Have 4+ years of experience in a Government Relations/Administration role in Kuwait
• Have solid experience and understanding of Kuwaiti Labor laws and regulations
• Be very fluent in written & spoken English & Arabic
• Show the ability to multi-task effectively and balance priorities in an ever changing, fast-moving, time-sensitive environment
• Be able to anticipate needs and make judgement calls within your area of expertise and responsibility
• Be a proactive, motivated self-starter, maintaining discipline and focus in managing long term initiatives without close supervisio

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive
• WFH -but be available for face-to-face meetings with key individuals and group