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Overview Job Title: Government Affairs ManagerJob Purpose: The Government Affairs Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with government entities, regulatory bodies, and key stakeholders in Saudi Arabia. The role ensures compliance with local laws and regulations, supports the company's strategic objectives, and advocates for the company's interests in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Act as the primary point of contact with all regulatory bodies in KSA and other relevant jurisdictions, ensuring timely, accurate, and legally sound responses to inquiries and requirements.</li><li>Oversee all licensing, permit issuance, renewals, and related government processes for the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li><li>Monitor and interpret government policies, regulations, and emerging regulatory bodies; ensure their integration within the Legal function and company operations.</li><li>Develop and maintain the Regulatory Affairs Policy to reflect current legal obligations, compliance standards, and operational practices.</li><li>Collaborate with Corporate Planning, Legal, and other business units to support licensing, regulatory filings, and approvals for existing and new services.</li><li>Represent the company in government meetings, committees, and industry associations while building and maintaining strong networks with ministries, authorities, and key stakeholders.</li><li>Support management in resolving regulatory issues, preparing reports and policy briefs, and advising leadership on regulatory changes and emerging trends.</li><li>Drive engagement with CITC and other regulators, ensuring effective coordination across teams to align regulatory, legal, and operational objectives.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Saudi labor, commercial, and regulatory requirements while supporting Saudization and CSR initiatives in line with national goals.</li><li>Maintain strong working knowledge of all key Saudi government platforms (e.g., Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem, Mudad, Balady, etc.) and ensure their effective use in company operations.</li></ul> Qualifications & Requirements <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Law, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).</li><li>Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in government relations, regulatory affairs, or public affairs, preferably in Saudi Arabia.</li><li>Strong understanding of Saudi government structure, regulations, and Vision 2030 initiatives.</li><li>Experience in regulatory filings, compliance processes, and government licensing.</li><li>Excellent networking, communication, and negotiation skills.</li><li>Proven track record of managing regulatory issues and government relations.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written).</li></ul> Seniority level <ul><li>Executive</li></ul> Employment type <ul><li>Full-time</li></ul> Job function <ul><li>Legal</li></ul> Industries <ul><li>Business Consulting and Services and Education</li></ul>

Government Affairs Manager (Education Industry)

Viva Supermarket

Role Summary: We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Government Relations Director to lead and manage all regulatory, compliance, and government-facing interactions across the Kingdom. This role is critical to ensuring that the company operates in full alignment with Saudi labor, commercial, municipal, and regulatory frameworks while building long-term relationships with key government bodies.The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with deep understanding of KSA regulations, strong influencing ability, and proven experience navigating complex government processes at a senior level.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead all government relations activities, ensuring timely processing of licenses, regulatory approvals, permits, visas, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Act as the primary liaison with ministries and authorities, including MOL, MOC, MOFA, GOSI, QIWA, ZATCA, Chamber of Commerce, Municipalities, and other regulatory bodies.</li><li>Advise the CEO and senior leadership on regulatory changes that may impact business operations, expansion plans, or workforce requirements.</li><li>Build and maintain high-level relationships with government officials, consultants, and regulatory partners to support strategic initiatives.</li><li>Oversee Saudization strategy and ensure full compliance with Nitaqat regulations and national workforce policies.</li><li>Lead escalations on complex cases, ensuring fast resolution while safeguarding company interests.</li><li>Ensure timely issuance and renewal of commercial registrations, licenses, certificates, and authorizations for all locations.</li><li>Manage all government-related audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.</li><li>Evaluate regulatory risks and provide strategic recommendations to protect and enhance business operations.</li><li>Develop and improve internal processes to increase speed, transparency, and compliance in all government-related transactions.</li><li>Lead and mentor the Government Relations team, ensuring high performance and strong service delivery.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, Law, Public Administration, or related field; Master&rsquo;s degree is an advantage.</li><li>Minimum 10&ndash;15 years of progressive experience in Government Relations within large organizations (retail/FMCG/hospitality preferred).</li><li>Deep understanding of Saudi labor laws, commercial regulations, and licensing processes.</li><li>Strong network across key ministries and government bodies.</li><li>Exceptional communication skills in both Arabic and English.</li><li>Strong leadership presence, strategic mindset, and ability to influence key decision-makers.</li><li>Proven ability to manage complex government procedures with speed, accuracy, and professionalism.</li><li>High integrity, discretion, and commitment to compliance.</li></ul>Why VIVA?<ul><li>Senior leadership role with direct impact on national expansion and strategic growth.</li><li>Opportunity to represent the company with key ministries and shape regulatory strategy.</li><li>Fast-growing organization with strong leadership and ambitious development plans.</li><li>High visibility, influence, and the ability to make a significant contribution at a national level.</li></ul>Share your updated CV on viva.saudijobs@landmarkgroup.comJob Type: Full-time

Government Relations Director

Supertech Group

<div>Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, transform peoples lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?
If yes, then this is the job you're looking for ,webook.com is Saudi's #1 event ticketing and experience booking platforms in terms of technology, features, agility, revenue serving some of the largest mega events in the Kingdom surpassing over 2 billion sales. webook.com is part of the Supertech Group also consisting of UXBERT Labs, one of the best digital and user experience design agencies in the GCC, along with Kafu Games, the largest esports tournament platform in MENA.
Role Overview:
The Government Relations Officer (GRO) is responsible for managing all official government-related activities and ensuring the company&rsquo;s compliance with Saudi labor laws and other relevant regulations. This role plays a vital part in maintaining smooth relationships with government entities and supporting the business with efficient processing of employee and company documentation.
Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>
Handle all government-related processes, including but not limited to:</li>
<li><ul><li>Iqama issuance, renewal, and transfer</li>
<li>Visa applications, cancellations, and extensions</li>
<li>Exit/re-entry and final exit permits</li>
<li>GOSI, Mudad, Qiwa, and Muqeem portal management</li>
</ul></li><li>Liaise with various ministries and authorities such as the Ministry of Human Resources &amp; Social Development (MHRSD), Jawazat, MOFA, and Chamber of Commerce.</li>
<li>Manage company registration renewals, commercial registration (CR), municipality licenses, and other legal documents.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law and keep the management informed of any updates or changes.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate and organized records of all government transactions and official documentation.</li>
<li>Support onboarding and offboarding processes from a government documentation perspective.</li>
<li>Handle the submission and follow-up of government forms and letters, both online and offline.</li>
<li>Build and maintain professional relationships with key government stakeholders.</li>
<li>Provide timely reports and updates to management regarding ongoing and completed transactions.</li>
</ul>
Requirements<ul>
<li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, HR, or related field (preferred)</li>
<li>Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in government relations, preferably within the automotive or related industry.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of Saudi Arabian laws and regulations, particularly those related to the automotive sector.</li>
<li>Strong network within government bodies and regulatory agencies.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken.</li>
<li>Experience in operating government systems such as Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem, and others.</li></ul></div>

Government Relations Officer

Scenario Global

The Role
 <ul>
<li>Manage visa issuance, Iqama processing, renewals, and employee documentation • Manage interactions with government authorities including Ministry of Commerce, Chamber of Commerce, Municipality, Civil Defense, and other regulatory bodies • Manage processes on government portals such as Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, Balady, Mudad, Absher, etc. • Maintain and track all government documents and company licenses • Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws and government regulations • Coordinate with internal departments to ensure smooth and compliant operations • Stay updated on new rules, laws, and procedural changes in Saudi Arabia</li>
</ul>
Requirements
 <ul>
<li>Degree holder in Management or Business-related disciplines • Minimum 3 years of experience as a PRO/GRO in Saudi Arabia • Proficient in using government portals and e-services • Thorough understanding of Saudi labour law and regulatory environment • Provide administrative support to all team members • Excellent communication (both verbal and written) in English</li>
</ul>
About the company
 Scenario is a highly experienced, resourceful show contractor, focused on the successful and efficient delivery of custom Themed projects Worldwide. It draws on over 150 years of experience in project and construction management, a refined set of systems and financial discipline and stability. Our team has more than two decades of experience of successful delivery of iconic world-class attractions. Throughout our work we employ proactive problem solving and a collaborative approach. Our business is all about leading people and success in these attributes ensures our growth and vitality. Scenario focuses on recruiting candidates who have high achievement and leadership potential and who have excellent collaborative skills to successfully deliver our customers projects.

Supertech Innovation Labs

<div>
 Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, transform peoples lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?
 
 
 If yes, then this is the job you're looking for ,webook.com is Saudi's #1 event ticketing and experience booking platforms in terms of technology, features, agility, revenue serving some of the largest mega events in the Kingdom surpassing over 2 billion sales. webook.com is part of the Supertech Group also consisting of UXBERT Labs, one of the best digital and user experience design agencies in the GCC, along with Kafu Games, the largest esports tournament platform in MENA.
 
 
 
 Role Overview:
 
 
 
 The Government Relations Officer (GRO) is responsible for managing all official government-related activities and ensuring the company's compliance with Saudi labor laws and other relevant regulations. This role plays a vital part in maintaining smooth relationships with government entities and supporting the business with efficient processing of employee and company documentation.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Handle all government-related processes, including but not limited to:
 </li>
 <li>
 Iqama issuance, renewal, and transfer
 </li>
 <li>
 Visa applications, cancellations, and extensions
 </li>
 <li>
 Exit/re-entry and final exit permits
 </li>
 <li>
 GOSI, Mudad, Qiwa, and Muqeem portal management
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise with various ministries and authorities such as the Ministry of Human Resources &amp; Social Development (MHRSD), Jawazat, MOFA, and Chamber of Commerce
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage company registration renewals, commercial registration (CR), municipality licenses, and other legal documents
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law and keep the management informed of any updates or changes
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain accurate and organized records of all government transactions and official documentation
 </li>
 <li>
 Support onboarding and offboarding processes from a government documentation perspective
 </li>
 <li>
 Handle the submission and follow-up of government forms and letters, both online and offline
 </li>
 <li>
 Build and maintain professional relationships with key government stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide timely reports and updates to management regarding ongoing and completed transactions
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, or related field (preferred)
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in government relations, preferably within the automotive or related industry
 </li>
 <li>
 In-depth knowledge of Saudi Arabian laws and regulations, particularly those related to the automotive sector
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong network within government bodies and regulatory agencies
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in operating government systems such as Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem, and others
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

SAUR

<div>
 
 SAUR is as a pure player in water and essential services, working to protect the environment in the heart of the territories it serves.
 
 
 
 
 
 Further details on our web site: http://www.saur.com/.
 
 
 
 
 
 Currently we are looking for a
 
 
 Government Relations Officer
 
 ,
 
 for our office in Riyadh, KSA.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Mission:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Government Relations Officer is accountable to be responsible for the full spectrum of Government Affair matters related to employee and company.
 
 
 
 
 
 To provide administrative support to Country Manager, legal and HR through effective coordination with government entities, ensuring compliance with local labor and immigration regulations, and facilitating all official processes related to employee documentation, company licensing, and legal obligations..
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Liaise with ministries, labor departments, and immigration authorities for processing work permits, visas, labor cards, and residency permits.
 </li>
 <li>
 To ensure all licenses and certificates (company licensing, registration renewals, and official documentations)are renewed on time and company doesn&rsquo;t face any legal issues due to the nonrenewal of such certificates. Keep record on those documents and update as requested.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain accurate records of all governmental transactions, documentation, and filings
 </li>
 <li>
 Obtain from the concerned government offices all necessary documentation for the legal employment of all employees within KSA. Ensure this is processed in a timely way to assist the recruitment and employment of new joiners and continuous employment of current staff.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain relations with the various Ministerial and governmental departments.
 </li>
 <li>
 To be responsible for Human Resources government related tasks: (example below):
 </li>
 <li>
 Master certificates and platforms: Qiwa &ndash; Muqeem -GOSI- Nitaqat .
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise with GOSI office and Labour office for various issue
 </li>
 <li>
 Transfer of sponsorship for expat employees.
 </li>
 <li>
 New work permits and Iqama Renewals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exit re-entry visas for employee.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 3-5 years of experience as Government Relations specialist or similar
 </li>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in similar related field - preferred in Public Relations
 </li>
 <li>
 Languages: Ability to communicate clearly, read and write effectively; in English and Arabic
 </li>
 <li>
 Thorough understand of local law standards, Approving Authority processes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be collaborative and able to work across regional offices and business boundaries.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience in leading GRO services in a multi-national organization whilst displaying particular sensitivity towards cultural and ethnic differences
 </li>
 <li>
 Based in Riyadh, with a geographic scope in KSA
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Benefits:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Competitive salary package.
 </li>
 <li>
 Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
 </li>
 <li>
 Friendly and dynamic work environment.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 SAUR is a company committed to diversity and equal opportunities. In this way, the selection process ensures that all candidates have an equal opportunity to apply without distinction as to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
 
 
</div>

Riyadh Air

<div>About the Company:

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline that&rsquo;s shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub &ndash; a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.
About the Role:

Are you experienced at handling visas, work permits, and licenses? 
In this role, you will champion fair and transparent onboarding by ensuring equitable treatment and a smooth experience for all new joiners. 
Your days will be spent actively working with and managing the full lifecycle of visas, work permits, iqamas, and documentation for domestic and international employees, maintaining meticulous records and keeping leadership informed of critical deadlines. 
A natural relationship builder, you are expected to cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with government entities and regulatory authorities, ensuring seamless business operations and supporting organisational growth. 
Importantly, a key part of your remit will be to monitor, interpret, and communicate new laws and regulations affecting the business, proactively ensuring compliance and advising stakeholders on regulatory impacts. 
If you enjoy working with official processes and engaging with government offices, this is the job for you.
About You:

Degree qualified, you will demonstrate at least 2 years of experience in Government Relations. 
We&rsquo;d love to hear from you even more if you are a Saudi national, who has perfectly bilingual (Arabic/English) skills which are critical to your success in this role. 
This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air. 
Please submit your application by clicking on the Apply button. Our Talent Acquisition team will be reviewing applications shortly.</div>

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