Work Permit Manager

Work Permit & Immigration Management Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of work permits and residency permits for expatriate employees. Ensure timely processing of: New work permits Renewals Transfers Amendments Cancellations Exit procedures Oversee visa applications and residency documentation requirements. Ensure all expatriate employees maintain valid legal authorization to work and reside in Egypt. Maintain accurate immigration records and employee files. Compliance & Regulatory Management Ensure compliance with all applicable: Egyptian Labor Laws Immigration Laws Ministry of Manpower regulations General Authority requirements Residency and visa regulations Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting expatriate employment. Assess compliance risks and recommend mitigation strategies. Develop and maintain internal immigration policies and procedures. Ensure adherence to government requirements related to employment of foreign nationals. Expatriate Workforce Planning & Localization Manage expatriate employment quotas and workforce localization requirements. Monitor foreign national headcount against statutory limitations. Advise business leaders on expatriate workforce planning and compliance requirements. Support strategic workforce decisions involving expatriate talent. Partner with recruitment and HR teams to ensure compliance before hiring foreign employees. Government Relations & External Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary liaison with: Ministry of Manpower Immigration Authorities Passport and Residency Departments Relevant Government Agencies Build and maintain effective working relationships with governmental stakeholders. Manage relationships with external legal advisors and immigration consultants. Coordinate and facilitate submission of all required documentation to governmental entities. Expatriate Onboarding & Offboarding Onboarding Support expatriate employees and business leaders throughout the work authorization process. Coordinate immigration requirements prior to employee commencement. Ensure all approvals and permits are obtained before employment begins. Provide guidance on relocation and residency requirements. Offboarding Manage permit cancellations and residency closures. Ensure compliance with governmental requirements upon expatriate separation. Coordinate final immigration clearances and documentation. Audit, Inspection & Risk Management Lead all work permit and immigration audits, inspections, and governmental reviews. Prepare required compliance documentation. Respond to government inquiries and inspection findings. Maintain audit-ready records and documentation. Implement corrective actions resulting from inspections and compliance reviews. Reporting & Compliance Monitoring Develop and maintain expatriate compliance dashboards. Track: Work permit expirations Residency renewals Visa validity Compliance status Quota utilization Government filing deadlines Produce periodic reports for leadership. Escalate compliance risks and renewal exceptions. Monitor KPIs and service-level commitments. Process Improvement & Digital Transformation Identify opportunities to streamline and automate immigration processes. Implement tracking mechanisms and workflow improvements. Develop standard operating procedures and governance controls. Enhance reporting capabilities and compliance monitoring tools. Support payroll and HR transformation initiatives impacting expatriate administration. Stakeholder Management & Advisory Provide expert guidance on immigration implications of: New hires Internal transfers Promotions Compensation changes International assignments Business restructuring Partner with: Payroll People Solutions Talent Acquisition Legal Finance External Authorities Act as the organization's subject matter expert on employment eligibility and expatriate compliance. Qualifications Education Required Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Public Administration, Law, Political Science, International Relations, or related field. optional Master's Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Law, International Mobility, or related discipline. Experience Required 8–10+ years of experience in: Work Permit Administration Immigration Management Government Relations HR Operations Compliance Management Minimum 3 years in a leadership or managerial role. Extensive experience dealing with Egyptian governmental authorities and immigration agencies. Proven experience managing expatriate populations in a multinational organization. Experience conducting audits, inspections, and compliance reviews. Strong knowledge of foreign labor regulations and permit requirements in Egypt. Preferred Experience in BPO, Shared Services, Technology, or multinational environments. Experience supporting high-volume expatriate populations. Experience with global mobility programs and international assignments. Experience implementing HRIS and compliance tracking systems. Technical Knowledge Advanced Knowledge Of Egyptian Labor Law Egyptian Immigration Regulations Work Permit Requirements Residency Permit Processes Ministry of Manpower Regulations Expatriate Employment Requirements Government Inspection Procedures Workforce Localization Requirements Visa Administration Processes Foreign Employee Compliance Requirements Working Knowledge Of Payroll operations Tax implications affecting expatriates HR lifecycle processes Compensation and benefits administration Employment contracts and labor compliance Core Competencies Leadership Competencies Strategic Thinking Decision Making Stakeholder Influence Team Leadership Accountability Change Management Results Orientation Functional Competencies Immigration Expertise Government Relations Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Policy Interpretation Workforce Planning Audit Management Vendor Management

Desired Candidate Profile

Education Required Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Public Administration, Law, Political Science, International Relations, or related field. optional Master's Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Law, International Mobility, or related discipline. Experience Required 8 10+ years of experience in: Work Permit Administration Immigration Management Government Relations HR Operations Compliance Management Minimum 3 years in a leadership or managerial role. Extensive experience dealing with Egyptian governmental authorities and immigration agencies. Proven experience managing expatriate populations in a multinational organization. Experience conducting audits, inspections, and compliance reviews. Strong knowledge of foreign labor regulations and permit requirements in Egypt. Preferred Experience in BPO, Shared Services, Technology, or multinational environments. Experience supporting high-volume expatriate populations. Experience with global mobility programs and international assignments. Experience implementing HRIS and compliance tracking systems. Technical Knowledge Advanced Knowledge Of Egyptian Labor Law Egyptian Immigration Regulations Work Permit Requirements Residency Permit Processes Ministry of Manpower Regulations Expatriate Employment Requirements Government Inspection Procedures Workforce Localization Requirements Visa Administration Processes Foreign Employee Compliance Requirements Working Knowledge Of Payroll operations Tax implications affecting expatriates HR lifecycle processes Compensation and benefits administration Employment contracts and labor compliance Core Competencies Leadership Competencies Strategic Thinking Decision Making Stakeholder Influence Team Leadership Accountability Change Management Results Orientation Functional Competencies Immigration Expertise Government Relations Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Policy Interpretation Workforce Planning Audit Management Vendor Management Process Governance Behavioral Competencies Integrity and Confidentiality Attention to Detail Problem Solving Customer Focus Relationship Building Adaptability Resilience Professional Judgment Technical Skills Advanced Microsoft Excel Workday HRIS (preferred) Immigration Case Management Systems Reporting & Analytics Compliance Tracking Tools Process Documentation Project Management Power BI (preferred) Microsoft PowerPoint Government Portal Administration