Public Relations Officer

ABOUT US

YKONE is a global influence marketing-led group with a creative DNA, empowered by data. Since 2008, we have been helping iconic brands from the travel, fashion, luxury, and beauty industries to connect with, engage, or grow their audience through crafted stories and spread by powerful and creative influencers.

Our clients include Nespresso, Boss, Clarins Group, TAG Heuer, Estée Lauder Group, Chopard, Prada, Shiseido… as well as several Tourism Offices in the world (Experience Abu Dhabi, Visit Turkey, Brand USA…).

As a group, YKONE fosters a responsible attitude by engaging committed actions: client’s satisfaction, diversity & inclusion, environmental sensitization, and carbon footprint calculation.

Headquartered in Paris, YKONE has offices in Milan, Dubai, Berlin, Munich, Abu Dhabi, Geneva, London, Riyadh, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Mumbai and Las Vegas.

As an international communication group, YKONE very much values diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without any discrimination relating to age, gender, identity, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, national or social origin, or disability.

YKONE managers are supportive of flexibility and autonomy. Home office rules are detailed in a chart that guarantees each team works in fair conditions.

As our Public Relations Officer (PRO), you’ll be at the center of YKONE’s government relations, ensuring full compliance with UAE labor and immigration laws while enabling a seamless employee experience. You’ll act as the company’s primary link with authorities, driving efficient, timely, and accurate execution of all government-facing processes.

Key Responsibilities

Government & Legal Liaison

• Represent YKONE at ministries, free zone authorities, and government entities (MOHRE, DED, AXS, Immigration, etc.).
• Manage all legal procedures related to the company’s trade license, establishment card, Chamber of Commerce, and other official documents.
• Ensure full compliance with UAE labor laws and free zone requirements.
• Advise management on new regulations or procedural updates affecting business operations.

Visa & Immigration Management

• Manage the full visa lifecycle: new applications, renewals, transfers, and cancellations.
• Oversee Emirates IDs, labor cards, medical tests, work permits, and employment contracts.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes from a PRO standpoint.
• Ensure timely processing to avoid penalties or operational delays.

Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare, submit, and follow up on all required forms, approvals, and attestations (ministries, embassies, courts, etc.).
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all government transactions.
• Monitor expiry dates of visas, licenses, and permits, ensuring renewals are done proactively.
• Troubleshoot issues on portals (AXS, MOHRE, ICP, etc.) and resolve system blocks or delays.

Banking & Corporate Administration

• Manage the relationship with the company’s banks.
• Support in bank account openings, KYC submissions, and document/information updates.
• Coordinate with finance and management to ensure compliance with banking requirements and deadlines.

Internal Coordination

• Collaborate with Admin team for employee documentation and renewals.
• Support Admin team with official letters, bank NOCs, employment certificates, and related correspondence.
• Assist during audits, inspections, or events requiring official documentation.

Delivery & Assistance

• Oversee the maintenance and restocking of office and studio supplies.
• Handle local deliveries within Dubai and Abu Dhabi, including documents, event materials, or driving team members to meetings and appointments.
• Provide general administrative and logistical support to ensure smooth daily operations.

The Perfect Match: What It Takes to Succeed at YKONE

• Proven experience as a PRO in the UAE with deep knowledge of government processes, knowledge of KSA government processes is a plus.
• Experience managing PRO operations across multiple entities.
• Track record in setting up new entities: company formation, licensing, and registration.
• Skilled in handling trade license name changes, activity amendments, and restructurings.
• Strong network and established relationships with UAE authorities.
• Expert knowledge of UAE labor laws, immigration processes, Emirates IDs, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent command of Arabic and English, written and spoken.
• Valid UAE driving license mandatory.

Interested? Apply here : https://tally.so/r/wv7VD8