Public Relations Officer

ONE WORLD, ONE PHILOSOPHY, ONE FAMILY - thats 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.
  
  

• Support onboarding and offboarding (medical tests, visa stamping, cancellations).
• Guide employees through government-related processes and coordinate with embassies/consulates when required.
  
  

• 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.
  
  

• 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
  
  

• 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.