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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 all government-related documentation and formal communication with authorities, embassies, and external stakeholders. The PRO will ensure smooth regulatory compliance, timely processing of employee and company requirements, and official representation with government departments. 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. 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 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. 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 work independently and under pressure. 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 What we can offer: A corporate culture where we welcome new ideas and move quickly from idea to action. Being part of a team where collaboration, creativity and action are key. Being part of our UAE+ expansion and drive things forward. Being a part of the new project right from the beginning. Freedom and responsibility in an international and culturally unique working environment. Brands that offer a unique combination of style and quality, with an emphasis on sustainability and have huge potential to grow. Important: Please note that only applications submitted through our system will be considered. At BESTSELLER, We Own It! You will become part of the BESTSELLER family, a culture where new ideas are welcomed, and all voices are heard. We believe in entrepreneurship; this means you have the freedom to do this in the way which works for you. You get responsibility and the opportunity to develop yourself and your area from day one. We believe in flexibility and autonomy in your daily routine and working location. At BESTSELLER, we own it. Every chance. Every challenge. Every choice. We're the global fashion company that's fast paced and family run. We're the business that's built some of the strongest brands in the industry. By empowering every individual to own their journey, we've found the courage to keep getting better. To act more sustainably. To foster diversity and provide equal opportunities. To compete more confidently. And to keep challenging the status quo. Time and time again. We are BESTSELLER - and together, we own it.

INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT For over six decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. The Group, in its endeavor to excel as a hybrid retailer, has reinforced its distribution and marketing services with a portfolio of eight owned brands and over 300 international brands in the luxury, beauty, fashion, and art de vivre categories. More recently, the Group expanded its expertise into new categories of luxury watches, jewelry, and eyewear. Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken with the customer at heart. Be it constantly reinventing itself or focusing on innovation to provide luxury experiences at over 750+ experiential retail stores, online and through mobile apps, each touch point leads to delighting the customer. Today, Chalhoub Group stands for 14,000 skilled and talented professionals across seven countries, whose cohesive efforts have resulted in the Group being ranked third in the Middle East and first in Saudi Arabia as a Great Place to Work®. To keep the innovation journey going, the Group has set up “The Greenhouse”, which is not just an innovation hub, but also an incubator space and accelerator for start-ups and small businesses in the region and internationally. This is just one of the several initiatives taken by the Group to reinvent itself, catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. The Group has also been embedding sustainability at the core of its business strategy with a clear commitment towards people, partners and the planet, and by being a member of the United Nations Global Compact Community and signatory of the Women's Empowerment Principles. What you'll be doing Our Public Relations Officer is responsible for undertaking all general activities for official submission and collection of applications and approvals relating to employees/company guests for immigration, visit, sales permissions and company trade licenses, in adherence with the laws of the country. Liaise between the firm and government bodies to ensure approvals and follow up on all formal documents Ensure that all visa applications such as; Visit, Employment, Residence, Termination, work permits and labor cards are presented and completed on time in order to comply with governmental laws and regulations Ensure all license applications and official approvals and permits are followed up properly to avoid unnecessary violations Coordinate with government authorities to ensure compliance to labor requirements Develop relationships with Government Departments in order to ensure issues are resolved diligently Manage all labor, immigration and police disputes; act as the official representative of the Group Coordinate with the HR Officers on daily basis Perform other duties as required What you’ll need to succeed One year of experience Bachelor's degree of business administration Fluent in English Microsoft skills What we can offer you With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day. We recognize the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts. We Invite All Applicants to Apply It Takes Diversity of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.