Senior Government Relations Associate

About the Company

Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East, making it easier than ever to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Careem is led by a powerful purpose to simplify and improve the lives of people and build an awesome organisation that inspires. Since 2012, Careem has created earnings for over 2.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of over 70 million customers, and built a platform for the region’s best talent to thrive and for entrepreneurs to scale their businesses. Careem operates in over 70 cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan.

About The Role

As a Senior Government Relations Associate, you will manage all government-related documentation and legal processes in compliance with UAE regulations. The Senior Government Relations Associate will ensure the efficient handling of visas, and other vital regulatory requirements for smooth operations. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of UAE labor, immigration laws, along with proven experience in liaising with government departments such as Law Enforcement Authorities, RTA, GDRFA, MOHRE etc

What you'll do

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UAE government procedures, labor law, immigration policies, and other regulatory regulations.
• Serve as the main point of contact for all government entities, including DED, MOHRE, GDRFA, RTA, Law Enforcement Authorities and Dubai Courts.
• Prepare and monitor the submission of applications for company licenses, regulatory permits, and other necessary business or employee related registrations.
• Ensure the accurate and timely upkeep of all documentation and records.
• Inform management about new or revised laws affecting business operations or employees.
• Collaborate with HR and operations teams concerning legal documentation for employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Accompany employees to mandatory appointments, such as medical examinations, Emirates ID centres, and other government offices as needed.
  
  

What you'll need

• High school diploma or higher.
• 3–5 years of experience as a PRO in the UAE, preferably handling blue collared workforce.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UAE labor, immigration, and regulatory procedures.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English (spoken and written).
• Valid UAE driving license.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• Capacity to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
  
  

What We’ll Provide You

We offer colleagues the opportunity to drive impact in the region while they learn and grow. As a full time Careem colleague, you will be able to:

• Work and learn from great minds by joining a community of inspiring colleagues.
• Put your passion to work in a purposeful organisation dedicated to creating impact in a region with a lot of untapped potential.
• Explore new opportunities to learn and grow every day.
• Work 4 days a week in office & 1 day from home, and remotely from any country in the world for 30 days a year with unlimited vacation days per year. (If you are in an individual contributor role in tech, you will have 2 office days a week and 3 to work from home.)
• Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for health activities including gym, health club, and training classes.