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Government Relations Specialist Jobs in Hawalli, Kuwait at Boutiqaat
Title: Government Relations Specialist
Company: Boutiqaat
Location: Hawalli, Kuwait
Join Our Beauty Revolution in E-Commerce!
Are you a detail-oriented professional who thrives on navigating government processes and building strong official relationships?
We’re looking for a proactive Government Relations Specialist to manage our immigration, licensing, and regulatory affairs — acting as the key link between Boutiqaat and government authorities to keep our operations compliant and uninterrupted.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Government Relations & Regulatory Compliance:
• Build and maintain relationships with government authorities (ministries, immigration, labor, municipality, traffic, customs, civil defense, embassies, and more).
• Monitor regulatory changes and communicate updates to internal stakeholders, coordinating to resolve routine operational matters.
• Support compliance with government regulations, company policies, and statutory requirements, helping resolve government-related issues as they arise.
Immigration, Residency & Employee Government Services:
• Coordinate employee visas, residency and work permits, residency transfers, Civil IDs, and other immigration services, including onboarding/offboarding procedures.
• Coordinate residency services for applicable employee categories (including Article 20) and process GCC social security registrations, updates, and cancellations.
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee government records (passports, Civil IDs, residency permits, driving licenses).
Licensing, Documentation & Government Transactions:
• Coordinate renewal and maintenance of commercial and industrial licenses, establishment cards, civil defense licenses, vehicle registrations, trademarks, and other statutory documents.
• Execute government transactions with labor, municipality, customs, health, and traffic authorities, and coordinate document attestation through the Chamber of Commerce.
• Maintain secure license and permit records, and monitor renewal schedules to ensure uninterrupted operations.
Compliance Monitoring & Process Coordination:
• Monitor government transactions and coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely completion of all requirements.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews by preparing required documentation.
• Identify process improvements and support insurance and other statutory procedures as needed.
Reporting & Record Management:
• Prepare periodic reports on government transactions, documentation, licensing, and compliance activities.
• Maintain accurate tracking records for visas, residencies, permits, licenses, and other statutory documents.
• Monitor upcoming renewal deadlines and follow up to ensure timely completion.
What You Bring to the Table:
Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Public Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 3–5 years in Government Relations, PRO, Immigration Services, or Regulatory Compliance, including managing visas, permits, licenses, and other statutory documentation.
• Experience dealing with government authorities and regulatory agencies; retail, e-commerce, or large corporate experience preferred.
Systems & Languages:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Familiar with government portals, electronic government systems, and document tracking systems.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (preferred Arab national).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Strong knowledge of labor law, immigration procedures, and government/licensing regulations.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time management skills, with high attention to detail on confidential and legal matters.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with strong problem-solving and follow-up abilities.
• Proactive and service-oriented, able to manage multiple government transactions and deadlines while maintaining accurate reports and records.
Why Boutiqaat?
At Boutiqaat, you won’t just join a company you’ll join a movement redefining e-commerce beauty and lifestyle retail. Here, every day offers new challenges, learning opportunities, and a chance to help build a smarter, more efficient operation from the ground up.
Apply now and bring your expertise to life!
