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BinDawood Holding

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 Key Duties &amp; Responsibilities
 
 
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 Develop and implement timely and cost effective initiatives to manage visas, passport office related activities and ministry of labor activities ensuring accurate transactions tracking and monitoring.
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 Developing internal and external relationships using formal and informal channels to liaise with appropriate authorities&rsquo; / government bodies or contact persons to resolve any problems or matters concerning the Company, its operations or employees.
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 Acting as the focal point of contact for senior management with regards to government relations.
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 Building a knowledge base in relation to procedures, processes, regulations and provide consultation to internal departments on government processes.
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 Monitoring and reporting any changes in regulation that may impact directly / indirectly the company or the employees participating in planning and executing any measures that should be considered in accordance to the changes to avoid any impact on the business.
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 Managing and monitoring the execution of operational tasks by the Government Relations department including but not limited to MOL, GOSI, Municipality, and Passport office.
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 Manage and oversee governmental entities operations in relation to MOL including but not limited to visa issuance, sponsorship transfer, iqama issuance and renewal, exit-reentry, final exit, information transfer, and absconding.
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 Manage and oversee governmental entities operations in relation to Municipality including but not limited to medical cards issuance, renewal and medical tests in coordination with approved medical facilities.
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 Manage and oversee governmental entities operations in relation to GOSI including but not limited to enrollment, deletion, salary adjustment and updates, and GOSI billing.
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 Manage and oversee the company&rsquo;s expeditors in coordination with related government entities for cases that requires company representation with the related government entity.
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 Responsible for all government portals and acting as the authorized user from the company side.
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 Reporting all required information in relation with government relations.
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 Job Specifications
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Job Qualifications Requirement (Academic, training, languages, etc.)
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Human Resources from an accredited educational institution or any related field.
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 Minimum Work Experience:
 
 
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 Minimum of 7 Years&rsquo; Experience in Human resources including 3 in management position.
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 Proven Track record in government entities liaison in appropriate market for commercial / business operations purposes.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Skills &amp; Specifications:
 
 
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 High verbal/written communication skills.
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 Mid-level technical background about Retail Industry is preferred.
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 Attention to detail and strong follow-through
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 Critical and strategic thinking
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 Analyzing and interpreting legislation and policy documents
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Government Relations Manager

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2>
This role is responsible for ensuring organizational adherence to regulatory requirements while managing government relations and operational compliance across all assigned sites. The position bridges compliance enforcement with proactive government and regulatory engagement. 
 
Key job responsibilities 
Key job responsibilities 
 
COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Own and maintain the site compliance framework, including licensing, permits, and regulatory documentation 
Conduct regular compliance audits and gap assessments across all sites 
Ensure timely renewal and tracking of all regulatory permits and licenses 
Develop and maintain compliance registers, trackers, and reporting dashboards 
 
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Build and maintain relationships with relevant government bodies, regulatory authorities, and enforcement agencies 
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes that may impact operations and advise leadership proactively 
Support Branch Managers in managing regulatory interfaces at site level 
Develop government engagement strategies aligned with business objectives 
 
CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Collaborate with Legal, Operations, and Engineering teams to ensure integrated compliance and GR coverage 
Provide compliance and GR input into new site launches, expansions, and operational changes 
Maintain documentation standards for all regulatory correspondence and government interactions 
Report compliance and GRO status to senior leadership on a regular cadence.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>3+ years of program or project management experience</li><li>3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience</li><li>3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience</li><li>Bachelor's degree</li><li>Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience</li><li>Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization</li><li>Experience building processes, project management, and schedules</li></ul> 
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.</div>

Compliance & Government Relations Manager, Quick Commerce

Amazon

<div>
 
 Description
 
 
 
 This role is responsible for ensuring organizational adherence to regulatory requirements while managing government relations and operational compliance across all assigned sites. The position bridges compliance enforcement with proactive government and regulatory engagement.
 
 
 Key job responsibilities
 
 
 Key job responsibilities
 
 
 
 Compliance Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Own and maintain the site compliance framework, including licensing, permits, and regulatory documentation
 
 
 Conduct regular compliance audits and gap assessments across all sites
 
 
 Ensure timely renewal and tracking of all regulatory permits and licenses
 
 
 Develop and maintain compliance registers, trackers, and reporting dashboards
 
 
 
 Government Relations Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Build and maintain relationships with relevant government bodies, regulatory authorities, and enforcement agencies
 
 
 Monitor legislative and regulatory changes that may impact operations and advise leadership proactively
 
 
 Support Branch Managers in managing regulatory interfaces at site level
 
 
 Develop government engagement strategies aligned with business objectives
 
 
 
 Cross-functional Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Collaborate with Legal, Operations, and Engineering teams to ensure integrated compliance and GR coverage
 
 
 Provide compliance and GR input into new site launches, expansions, and operational changes
 
 
 Maintain documentation standards for all regulatory correspondence and government interactions
 
 
 Report compliance and GRO status to senior leadership on a regular cadence.
 
 
 
 Basic Qualifications
 
 
 
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 3+ years of program or project management experience
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 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
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 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
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 Bachelor's degree
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 Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
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 Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
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 Experience building processes, project management, and schedules
 
 
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 </ul>
 Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
 
 
 
 
 Company
 
 - Afaq Q Tech General Trading
 
 
 Job ID: A10378015
</div>

51Talk

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 About Us
 
 
 
 51Talk, a publicly listed multinational company, is a global leader in online English education, connecting learners with certified teachers for personalized, one-on-one lessons. Established in 2011, we leverage innovative technology to deliver high-quality, affordable language education to students worldwide.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Government Relations Management &amp; Communication
 
 
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 Establish and maintain long-term, stable cooperative relationships with relevant government departments, including the
 
 Ministry of Education (MOE)
 
 ,
 
 Ministry of Investment (MISA)
 
 ,
 
 Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT)
 
 , and the
 
 Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD)
 
 .
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 Represent the company at government meetings and industry seminars to clearly communicate the company's position and business value.
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 Provide internal updates on government policy trends and offer communication strategies or contingency plans for key issues.
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 2. Policy Analysis &amp; Compliance Support
 
 
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 Continuously track, collect, and analyze Saudi laws, regulations, and policy trends relevant to the company&rsquo;s business (specifically in
 
 education, technology, foreign investment, and data protection
 
 ).
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 Draft policy analysis reports, interpret the impact of policies on business operations, and provide strategic recommendations to management.
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 Ensure that business operations, marketing activities, and products comply with all local Saudi laws and regulatory requirements.
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 3. Strategic Project Support
 
 
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 Assist business departments in designing integration plans for government-led initiatives (such as
 
 educational digitalization and language training
 
 ) to drive cooperation opportunities.
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 Provide guidance and support during government tenders, qualification applications, and licensing processes.
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 </ul>
 
 
 4. Internal Collaboration &amp; Training
 
 
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 Act as a Government Affairs expert, providing consultation and training to internal teams (Marketing, Product, Legal, etc.) regarding the Saudi policy environment.
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 Coordinate internal resources to respond efficiently to government inquiries or surveys.
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 Job Requirements
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher from a well-known Saudi or top-tier international university. Majors in
 
 Public Policy, International Relations, Law, Business, or Education
 
 are preferred.
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 Min 3+ years of experience in external affairs, working with Saudi government departments, public institutions, multinational corporate government affairs teams, or reputable consulting firms.
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 Experience working with the
 
 Saudi Ministry of Education
 
 or other education/training-related government sectors is highly preferred.
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 Familiarity with the Saudi government structure, decision-making processes, and the policy-making environment, backed by an established professional network.
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 Strong communication and coordination skills with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
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 Strong capacity for policy research, analysis, and written reporting.
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 Excellent problem-solving skills and strategic thinking.
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 Integrity, dedication, and a high level of professional sensitivity and confidentiality.
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 Ability to work both independently and as a highly effective team collaborator.
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Senior Government Affairs Specialist

Joby Aviation

<div>
 Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.
 
 
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 As the leader for Joby&rsquo;s future presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, you will build the business from the ground up, establishing the foundational relationships, operating model, and multi-year strategy needed to launch a safe, compliant, and scalable service. Partnering closely with Joby&rsquo;s senior leadership and U.S. headquarters teams, you will drive government and municipal engagement, develop strategic partnerships (including JVs and M&amp;A), and lead end-to-end deal execution. You will serve as Joby&rsquo;s local face, elevating brand awareness, representing the company with stakeholders and media, translating market insights into action, and providing clear performance updates to executive leadership and the board.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Build the Business Foundation: Lay the foundation for the future KSA market for Joby
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 Policy and Partnerships: In partnership with Joby&rsquo;s senior leadership team, identify, build, and maintain strong relationships with local government entities, municipalities, and strategic partners to build trust and credibility, thereby strengthening Joby&rsquo;s position in the KSA
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 Corporate and Business Development: Source, evaluate, and execute M&amp;A, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships. Lead cross-functional due diligence and manage deal execution from start to finish in the KSA
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 Drive Strategic Execution: Implement a vision and multi-year business strategy that balances execution across aircraft sales, business development, corporate development, government relations, OEM, manufacturing, and operations
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 Develop Market Awareness: stay apprised of local trends, business opportunities, infrastructure opportunities, consumer mobility preferences, etc., within the KSA, and build action plans to exploit opportunities for Joby
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 Collaborate with US Team: Work cross-functionally with Joby&rsquo;s US-based headquarters functions to support global strategic initiatives and to support partner(s) in launching a successful, safe, and compliant service in the KSA
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 Establish the Joby Brand Locally: Gather market insights and work closely with Joby&rsquo;s marketing, business development, and communications teams to build a highly recognizable brand within the KSA
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 Be the Local Face of Joby: Serve as the primary local representative of Joby at KSA events and with local press to drive awareness and early adoption
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 Report to Joby Leadership: Provide regular updates on business performance and identify areas requiring support from the executive team and board of director s
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Required
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience
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 10+ years of experience in M&amp;A, Corporate Development, Program Management, Business Development, Government Relations, and/or Strategy
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 10+ years of leadership experience, with increasing levels of responsibility
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 Highly strategic thinker with strong business acumen and structured problem-solving skills demonstrated through delivery of large complex projects/programs
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 Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to influence at all levels,inspire teams, collaborate cross-functionally, and represent the organization with external stakeholders
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 An entrepreneurial mindset is suited for launching and scaling a new entity
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 Exceptional ability to build and execute on a growth strategy
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 Extensive professional network within the KSA and the Middle East, and proven ability to develop and maintain relationships
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 Fluent in English and Arabic, both written and verbal communication
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 Able to travel up to 30% of the time, including to the United States
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 Legally able to work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, or have the ability to be sponsored for a work visa
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Desired
 
 
 
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 MBA or advanced degree in a relevant industry
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 Strong policy exposure and knowledge of regulatory frameworks (GACA, FAA, EASA)
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 Proven track record of P&amp;L management
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 Experience in the aviation or aerospace industry
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 Previously launched and scaled a business or business unit
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 Broad business experience in the Middle East
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 Experienced in government and military relations and operations
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 
</div>

General Manager, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Savills

<div>We are seeking a competent Government Relations Officer who will focus on ensuring Savills&rsquo; full compliance with all labor related and immigration requirements for all its entities in KSA. They will provide end to end government relations support to the company within a timely manner whilst ensuring a proactive and commercial approach at all times. They will be organized and able to prepare and process paperwork/documents and relevant applications with minimal supervision, with strong customer service experience.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Support HR Team in processing all new Iqamas and work permits for expats to guarantee that they are handled and processed on time.</li><li>
Support existing projects with tracking the issuance and renewals of iqama and exit/re-entry visas for new and existing personnel Monitor and administer government portals as necessary (General Organization of Social Insurance (GOSI), Ministry of Human Resources and Social development platforms such as Qiwa, and Mudad (MHRDS), Chamber of Commerce (COC), Saudi Post , Ministry of Commerce , Wage Protection System (WPS),Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), Taqat, and Ministry of Investment (MISA),REGA.</li><li>
Renew and update all Iqamas and work permits to guarantee records are kept up to date in the labor and Immigration Departments.</li><li>
Visit offices for signatures, document collection and drop-off to ensure high levels of service.</li><li>
Liaise with HR and administration team members across the regional business, as required.</li><li>
Represent the Company at locations such as the Police Station, Airport, Hotels, Embassies, Ministries/Municipalities and other significant Departments.</li><li>
Track all licenses and portals and ensure that are all valid.</li><li>
Support the registration of new joiners and leavers with General Organization of Social Insurance (GOSI), Qiwa and Mudad.</li><li>
Attend meetings as required with representatives from any governmental bodies like TAQEEM, MISA, GOSI MOHR, Municipality, Balday, HRDF at the office and ensure that all requirements are ready and in compliance.</li><li>
Tracker MOHR portal to ensure that required Saudization percentage for partially localized jobs are met.</li><li>
Coordinate with government authorities to Adhere to existing and new rules, reporting any changes/updates to Management.</li><li>
Provide best in class service delivery and communication to employees or other stakeholders in timely manner.</li><li>
Facilitate Visa transfer and overseas work visa processes from start to finish.</li><li>
Stay current on any changes or amendments to immigration laws/rules/regulations, changes in forms/formats and other procedures and keep stakeholders/HR team aware of such changes</li><li>
Complete departure and exit procedures for employees after cancellation of visas</li><li>
Keep abreast of any changes or amendments to the prevailing Labor laws/rules/ regulations, changes in forms and other procedures.
</li><li>Keep the HR management advised of such changes and highlight any potential risk or financial concern.</li><li>
Develop relationships with Government Departments in order to ensure issues are resolved diligently.</li><li>
Process attested documentation such as trade licenses, rent contracts etc. in government offices and visit them if required.</li><li>
Support with any adhoc administrative and logistical support to the wider KSA team, including attending to emergencies in a timely manner as required.</li><li>
Keep track of all relevant Savills KSA licenses to ensure validity and full compliance.</li><li>
Maintain portals for all entities, to ensure data is up to date and compliant.</li><li>
Assist with adhoc translation service requests, as required.</li></ul>
Skills, Knowledge and Experience<ul><li>
This role must meet Saudization commitments.</li><li>
Ideally educated to High School/College level as a minimum.</li><li>
Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in KSA, in a similar role.</li><li>
Fluent command in Arabic and competent in written &amp; spoken English.</li><li>
Trustworthy, hardworking and reliable.</li><li>
Proactive in nature, with problem-solving ability.</li><li>
Can work independently and have interest in developing knowledge in this discipline regularly.</li><li>
Good Administration/Computer skills</li><li>
Structured and organized in time management</li><li>
Good communicator, who pays attention to detail.</li><li>
Good knowledge of all KSA labor and governmental platforms.</li><li>
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of KSA labor laws, governmental bodies direction and related regulations</li><li>
Well-developed interpersonal skills, ability to build and sustain relationships with clients and colleagues</li><li>
Ability to work on own initiative and have a proactive, positive approach</li><li>
Flexibility and adaptability to juggle a range of different tasks and to work extra hours to meet deadlines</li><li>
Discretion and understanding of confidentiality issues</li></ul></div>

Governmental Relations Officer

Confidential

<div>
 
 
 Position Overview:
 
 The HR Manager for KSA Operations will lead the development and execution of all human resources functions for the company&rsquo;s startup operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with Saudi labor laws, establishing local HR policies and procedures, managing employee relations, and driving recruitment, performance, and engagement initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The position requires a strategic yet hands-on HR professional with strong experience in Saudi employment law, HR compliance, and government relations who can represent the company in all HR and labor-related matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Develop, implement, and manage HR policies, procedures, and systems tailored to KSA operations and aligned with Group HR standards.
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 Ensure full compliance with KSA labor laws and government regulations, including employment contracts, end-of-service, and Saudization requirements.
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 Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle &ndash; recruitment, onboarding, performance management, development, and offboarding.
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 Liaise with government platforms such as Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, Muqeem, and other regulatory bodies for HR and payroll-related compliance.
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 Lead recruitment and manpower planning, ensuring the right talent is hired and retained to support the company&rsquo;s growth.
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 Oversee compensation and benefits administration, ensuring fairness and market competitiveness.
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 Handle employee relations, providing guidance on grievances, discipline, and policy interpretation in accordance with labor law.
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 Coordinate payroll processing, time attendance, and leave management in collaboration with the Finance department.
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 Maintain HR documentation and reporting, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and timely submission of required data.
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 Partner with the Group HR team to implement training, engagement, and performance initiatives that support company culture and objectives.
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 Act as an HR advisor to the Country Manager and leadership team on workforce planning and people-related strategies.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Requirements:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master&rsquo;s or HR certification preferred).
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 Minimum 7&ndash;10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity within Saudi Arabia.
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 In-depth understanding of Saudi labor law, HR compliance, and Saudization programs.
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 Proven experience in startup environments or establishing HR functions from the ground up is an advantage.
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 Proficiency with HR systems and government portals (Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, Muqeem).
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 Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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 Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
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 High integrity, professionalism, and ability to handle confidential information.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Working Conditions:
 
 
 
 Based in Riyadh, primarily office-based. May require visits to government offices and attendance at company meetings and events.
 
</div>

Human Resources Manager (Riyadh, KSA)

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Senior Government Affairs Specialist

General Manager, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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