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Rashid Koroth

Public Relations Officer, Global Mobility Immigration Specialist

JAFZA, DAFZA, DMCC & Mainland Compliance | SAP SuccessFactors

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

About Me

Professional Summary

HR Operations and PRO professional with 16+ years of UAE experience in global mobility, immigration and Free Zone compliance, managing visas, onboarding, exits and government approvals from start to finish.

Over 13 years at BASF Middle East, I led HR operations and immigration services for 3 legal entities (JAFZA, Mainland and Abu Dhabi), supporting 200+ employees. I advise management on Free Zone regulations, conduct HR audits, and mentor HR team members.

Key Achievements

  • High-Volume Processing

    Processed 700 to 1,000 visas a year with full regulatory compliance.

  • Cost Savings

    Delivered AED 60,000 to 75,000 in cost savings across HR, admin, and immigration operations.

  • Recognized Excellence

    Earned the Outstanding Performer Award for five consecutive years.

Areas of Expertise

Global Mobility

End-to-end visa, immigration, and global mobility management through MOHRE, JAFZA, and group employment visas.

Compliance & Advisory

Free Zone and Mainland compliance (JAFZA, DAFZA, DMCC, TECOM) and resolving complex regulatory issues.

HR Operations

Seamless onboarding, offboarding, exit processing, HR audits, and performance appraisal support.

Skills & Tools

Core Competencies

Global Mobility Visa & Immigration HR Operations Public Relations Government Liaison

Technical Skills

HRIS Administration HR Audit Succession Planning Job Analysis Trade Licensing

Software & Tools

SAP SuccessFactors SmartHR Dubai Trade Portal MS Office Suite

Featured Work & Projects

HR & Immigration Savings Initiative

A strategic review and optimization of HR workflows resulting in AED 60K to 75K delivered in annual cost savings across administration and immigration operations.

UAE Free Zone Visa Process Guide

Developed a comprehensive, streamlined flowchart and procedural guide standardizing operations for JAFZA, DAFZA, DMCC, and Mainland jurisdictions.

Let's Connect

I am currently open to HR Operations and PRO opportunities in the UAE. I welcome connections with HR leaders, recruiters, and professionals in global mobility.