Arabic-Speaking Government & Sovereign Affairs Advisor (USD200K)

• For a sovereign wealth fund, OR
• Sovereign wealth funds
• Government investment bodies

Location

Hybrid (International)

Travel

Frequent - Must be able to travel with 24 hours' notice

Compensation

USD $200K + Bonus + Commission Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered

Important: Read Before Applying

This is not an academic, research, or entry-level policy role. We are seeking a senior professional with direct, hands-on experience working with governments, sovereign wealth funds, or government-related investment and financial institutions in the GCC region. Candidates without practical government or sovereign-level experience will not be considered.

Role Overview

We are appointing a senior-level advisor to act as a strategic liaison between European stakeholders and government or sovereign entities across the Gulf region.

This role requires:

• Real operational experience inside or alongside government
• Established relationships within sovereign or ministerial circles
• Strong geopolitical judgement
• Ability to navigate high-level institutional environments

Requirements

Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered:

Mandatory Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Minimum 5-10 years senior-level experience
• Direct experience working:
• Inside a government ministry (GCC preferred), OR
• For a sovereign wealth fund, OR
• For a government-related investment authority, OR
• Within financial, trade, energy, defence, or commerce authorities
• Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and/or Saudi Arabia
• Proven exposure to decision making environments at senior institutional level
• Experience managing relationships with:
• Sovereign wealth funds
• Ministries
• Government investment bodies
• Financial regulators
• Energy or defence authorities
• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)
• Minimum Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
• Ability to travel internationally within 24 hours' notice
• Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware
• Ability to manage high level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts

Additional Advantage

• Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English
• Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies
• Existing relationships within GCC sovereign institutions
• Background in investments, finance, trade, defence, or energy sectors
• Experience managing politically sensitive cross border matters
• Established credibility within government linked entities

Profiles We Are Seeking

• Worked at senior level within a GCC ministry
• Held roles in sovereign wealth funds (e.g., investment, strategy, international partnerships)
• Operated in government backed investment platforms
• Managed cross border institutional or state linked projects
• Served in senior advisory roles to ministers, boards, or sovereign institutions

Profiles We Are NOT Seeking

• Academic researchers without government operational exposure
• Entry level policy analysts
• Construction or infrastructure project managers
• Real estate project managers
• Junior consultants without sovereign level experience

Core Responsibilities

• Lead strategic engagement with government and sovereign stakeholders
• Navigate institutional processes within GCC entities
• Support cross border investment and advisory discussions
• Prepare executive level briefing materials
• Represent the organisation in high level meetings when required
• Maintain strict discretion and professional integrity

Application Requirement

In your application, you must clearly state:

• Government or sovereign entity you worked for
• Your level of seniority
• Nature of decision making exposure
• Countries of operation
• Years of direct government related experience

Applications that do not clearly demonstrate relevant government or sovereign experience will not proceed.

Benefits

• Top Tier Salary: (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.
• Full Expense Coverage: All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
• Hybrid Environment: A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on site presence.
• Professional Prestige: Work within a high stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.