medical affairs leader

AstraZeneca

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 Job Title: Nominated Signatory &amp; Medical Excellence Lead
 
 
 
 
 Introduction To Role
 
 
 
 Are you ready to uphold the highest standards of medical governance while accelerating field excellence to deliver better outcomes for patients? This role places you at the center of ethical decision-making and capability building, ensuring that every activity, material, and interaction reflects our standards and enables impact at pace.
 
 
 You will bridge rigorous compliance with practical execution, helping teams move fast and do the right thing. Can you translate strategy into measurable improvements that raise the quality and reach of medical engagement? Join us to combine science, ethics, and operational excellence in a dynamic environment where bold ideas and disciplined delivery go hand in hand.
 
 
 
 Accountabilities
 
 
 
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 Ethical Interactions Governance: Own and maintain local Ethical Interactions (EI) SOPs; translate global Code of Conduct into robust local procedures covering patient interactions, digital communications, diagnostics, patient affordability, and external funding.
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 Nominated Signatory Leadership: Lead a team of risk assurance managers/signatories; review and approve materials and activities to meet ABAC, data privacy, local regulatory, and company standards; sign HCP/HCO agreements on behalf of the business.
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 External Funding Oversight: Chair the Ethical Interactions Committee; assess, approve, and monitor external funding and third‑party engagements, ensuring transparency, fairness, and appropriate documentation.
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 Risk and Assurance: Conduct first-line monitoring and quality checks; partner with Compliance and Assurance to execute risk assessments, define CAPAs, and track remediation to closure with evidence and sustainability plans.
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 Medical Quality and Standards: Guide medical and marketing collaboration to ensure scientific accuracy, fair balance, and adherence to codes and SOPs across congresses, advisory boards, digital engagement, and field medical activities.
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 Digital Compliance: Govern compliant HCP digital engagement platforms and content, ensuring consent, privacy-by-design, and appropriate content governance across channels.
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 Process Improvement: Drive simplification and continuous improvement of governance processes, templates, and systems; embed controls proportionate to risk while enabling business agility.
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 Cross-Functional Partnership: Advise cross‑functional teams on ethical and governance considerations for complex initiatives, mega events, and interactions with government officials.
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 Medical Excellence: Purpose Elevate Medical Affairs capability across Egypt by defining competency standards, driving robust onboarding and continuous development for Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) and Medical Advisors, and owning certification and quality assurance to improve scientific engagement, evidence generation readiness, and cross-functional impact.
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 Liaise with the Global &amp; International Medical Excellence Team in connection to excellence programs, localize relevant initiatives to Egypt market as aligned with local strategy and compliance, and seek out opportunities for cross-market collaboration.
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 Improve scientific engagement quality, call planning, narratives, objection handling, compliant interactions, and insight capture/translation.
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 Equip medical managers with coaching requirements as per AZ standards.
 
 
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 Essential Skills/Experience
 
 
 
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 Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in pharmacy or related life sciences field required.
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 Experience: 7+ years in Medical Affairs/Compliance/Governance within pharma, including direct Nominated Signatory or equivalent approval authority.
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 Expertise: Strong knowledge of ABAC, Data Privacy, EI codes, GxP fundamentals, and Egypt regulatory frameworks; audit and CAPA lifecycle management; digital engagement governance.
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 Risk assessment, SOP authorship, stakeholder management, training design/delivery, analytical problem solving, change management, and clear written/oral communication in English
 
 
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 Desirable Skills/ Experience
 
 
 
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 Certifications : GCP/GVP quality, compliance auditing, data privacy, or ABAC training.
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 Medical Excellence Manager Experience
 
 
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 Why AstraZeneca
 
 
 
 Join a team that blends scientific rigor with commercial precision to launch innovations that matter to patients, moving from early diagnosis through treatment with an unwavering ethical core. We operate at pace in evolving markets with the freedom to experiment, learn, and improve, bringing surprising combinations of people together to spark bold thinking. We value kindness alongside ambition, and we follow the evidence to deliver solutions that serve patients and the business without compromising on doing the right thing. Your contribution will shape a connected healthcare ecosystem through partnerships and practical innovation, powered by a science-led pipeline that keeps learning fresh and impact real.
 
 
 
 Call To Action
 
 
 
 Step forward to lead medical governance and excellence&mdash;bring your rigor and creativity to power faster, safer decisions and create meaningful patient impact!
 
 
 
 Date Posted
 
 
 
 08-مارس-2026
 
 
 
 Closing Date
 
 
 
 31-مارس-2026
 
 
 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
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Nominated Signatory & Medical Excellence Lead

<div><div><div>Now
</div></div><div><div><div>Job ID</div>
<div>R-540883</div>
</div><div><div>Category</div>
<div>Sales</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>Saudi Arabia</div>
</div><div><div>Region</div>
<div>EMEA</div></div></div></div>
 <div>We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health&trade; is our Purpose, and it&rsquo;s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us&mdash;from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year&mdash;to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description</h1><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Our vision for &ldquo;function or BU&rdquo; at BD</h2>
BD Advanced Patient Monitoring is a global leader in advanced monitoring solutions that expands BD's portfolio of smart connected care solutions with its growing set of leading monitoring technologies, advanced AI-enabled clinical decision tools and robust innovation pipeline. BD Advanced Patient Monitoring's technologies are often used simultaneously with the BD Alaris&trade; Infusion System in the operating room or intensive care units. The combination of BD's new advanced monitoring and existing infusion platforms enables future innovation opportunities for closed-loop hemodynamic monitoring and IV fluid and medication administration by integrating combined company data sets and interoperability capabilities.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
About the role
</h2>The Country Business Leader &ndash; APM will develop and implement business strategies for Advanced Patient Management (APM) across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to ensure sustained growth in platform performance, sales, category share, and profitability. The role is accountable for delivering results in line with the overall business strategy, sales, gross profit (GP), and OIBT targets while strengthening BD&rsquo;s leadership position in the Saudi healthcare market. This position is located in Riyadh.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Main responsibilities will include:</h2><ul><li>
Lead the development and execution of business and marketing plans, pricing policies, sales strategies, and promotional plans for the APM business in Saudi Arabia to meet or exceed sales budget, GP, and OIBT targets.</li><li>
Own demand and material forecasting, budget planning, and ongoing financial forecasting for APM sales and gross profit.</li><li>
Develop and maintain high‑level relationships with government authorities, MOH, public institutions, private sector leaders, and key opinion leaders to influence healthcare policies, funding decisions, and regulatory frameworks while ensuring strong market intelligence and BD brand positioning.</li><li>
Actively identify and pursue new business opportunities for APM in Saudi Arabia based on market trends and unmet healthcare needs.</li><li>
Plan and oversee market research and analysis, including monitoring and evaluating performance across APM platforms.</li><li>
Monitor competitor activity and strategies and develop counter‑strategies to protect and grow APM category share.</li><li>
Build and sustain a compelling value proposition for targeted customer segments across the Kingdom.</li><li>
Lead product launch strategies for new APM products and line extensions to ensure successful introduction and adoption in Saudi Arabia.</li><li>
Ensure proper and timely registration of APM products with relevant regulatory authorities.</li><li>
Arrange and participate in seminars, scientific events, and congresses as required.</li><li>
Manage promotional and marketing expenditures within approved budgets.</li><li>
Foster teamwork and knowledge sharing across Saudi Arabia, &amp; META to support best practices and business synergy.</li><li>
Ensure strict adherence to BD&rsquo;s professional, ethical, and compliance standards, including FCPA and Global Trade requirements.</li><li>
Drive compliance culture and best practices across all direct and indirect reports.</li><li>
Facilitate solution‑based selling of BD&rsquo;s integrated APM solutions.</li><li>
Lead the development and management of national framework agreements (e.g., NHSSC, HTE, and other strategic partners).</li><li>
Establish and maintain direct engagement with key decision makers and influencers, including CEOs, Chief Pharmacists, procurement leaders, and private hospital groups.</li><li>
Collaborate closely with META leadership to define market segmentation and target strategies to accelerate growth and penetrate new segments.</li><li>
Build constructive cross‑functional relationships to support country initiatives, strengthen KOL engagement, and align account strategies across BD platforms.</li><li>
Focus on developing the APM organization, strengthening leadership capabilities, and embedding BD culture across the Saudi team.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
About you</h2><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required; MBA preferred, with professional experience in the healthcare sector, ideally within medical devices or clinical solutions.</li><li>
Excellent proficiency in MS Office applications.</li><li>
Minimum 10 years of sales and marketing management experience, including at least 5 years of people management responsibility.</li><li>
Experience in managing regional sales within a medical devices' environment, having managed sales within healthcare, hospital and research sectors in KSA.</li><li>
Proven track record of commercial success, strong go‑to‑market execution, and the ability to develop and implement effective business and sales strategies within a multinational organization.</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Why Join Us?</h1>
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you&rsquo;ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Primary Work Location</h1>
SAU Riyadh - Centria Office Building<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
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Country Business Leader, APM (Advanced Patient Monitoring) - KSA

Boston Scientific

<div>Additional Locations: N/A
Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance
At Boston Scientific, we&rsquo;ll give you the opportunity to harness all that&rsquo;s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we&rsquo;ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you&rsquo;ll be supported in progressing &ndash; whatever your ambitions. 
About the role: 
Boston Scientific was recognized as a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026, ranking No. 15 on the Top 100 list, reflecting the culture our employees experience every day.
The Regulatory Affairs Intern will support the entry, maintenance, and accuracy of Unique Device Identification (UDI) data within the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) Saudi-DI system. This internship offers hands-on experience implementing SFDA MDS-REQ-007 guidance and exposure to regulatory processes in Saudi Arabia. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements. 
Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li> 
Enter and update UDI data in the Saudi-DI system in alignment with SFDA requirements</li><li>Maintain UDI trackers and ensure accurate documentation of submissions</li><li>Support the regulatory affairs team with UDI-related submissions and updates</li><li>Coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve missing, incomplete, or inconsistent data</li><li>Follow established procedures and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards</li><li>Assist in improving data accuracy and process efficiency where applicable</li></ul> 
Qualifications:<ul><li> 
Currently pursuing a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in regulatory affairs, life sciences, biomedical engineering, or a related field</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to follow instructions and adhere to established procedures</li><li>Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel</li><li>Strong communication and collaboration skills</li></ul> 
Preferred qualifications:<ul><li> 
Familiarity with regulatory requirements or medical device industry standards</li><li>Interest in regulatory affairs and compliance within the healthcare industry</li></ul> 
Requisition ID: 628321 
Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn.</div>

The Regulatory Affairs Intern- Tamheer , Riyadh

Veristat

<div>Job Description:
Executive Director, Sales &ndash; Regulatory &amp; Medical Writing
The Executive Director, Sales - Regulatory &amp; Medical Writing is a strategic commercial leader responsible for driving the growth and market expansion of Veristat&rsquo;s Regulatory Science and Medical Writing services. This individual leads a team of Business Development Directors focused on delivering high-value, consultative solutions including regulatory strategy, submission support, regulatory operations, and scientific/medical writing.
This role is accountable for defining and executing the commercial strategy for these service lines, expanding strategic client relationships, and positioning Veristat as a leader in regulatory and scientific services across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences clients.
The Executive Director will partner closely with executive leadership and functional experts to align commercial objectives with operational capabilities, ensuring delivery of innovative, client-centric solutions that support regulatory approvals and product development success.
Success in this role is measured by the ability to build and lead a high-performing team, drive significant revenue growth, establish strategic partnerships, and strengthen Veristat&rsquo;s position within the regulatory science and medical writing market.
Make an Impact at Veristat!
Join a global team with more than 30 years of expertise accelerating life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.
<ul><li>105+ approved therapies for marketing applications prepared by Veristat
</li><li>480+ oncology projects in the past 5 years
</li><li>350+ rare disease projects delivered in the past 5 years
</li><li>Flexible, inclusive culture &mdash; 70% remote workforce, 66% women-led teams
</li></ul>Learn more about our core values here !
What we offer
<ul><li>The estimated hiring range for this role is $150 - $210k base salary plus applicable bonus/commission plan. This hiring range is specific to the US and will vary for other regions based upon local market data. Final salary is ultimately decided upon taking into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to: skills and experience, licensure and certifications, education, specific location and dynamic market data.</li>
<li>Benefits vary by location and may include:
<ul><li>Remote working
</li><li>Flexible time off
</li><li>Paid holidays
</li><li>Medical insurance
</li><li>Tuition reimbursement
</li><li>Retirement plans
</li></ul></li></ul>What we look for
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in life sciences, business, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).</li>
<li>Minimum of 10+ years of experience in business development, sales, or commercial leadership within CRO, consulting, or life sciences services.</li>
<li>Minimum of 3+ years of leadership experience managing sales teams.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience selling regulatory affairs, regulatory consulting, or medical writing services strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Proven track record of driving revenue growth and managing high-performing sales teams.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of the drug development lifecycle and global regulatory pathways (FDA, EMA, and other regulatory authorities).</li>
<li>Experience leading complex, consultative sales engagements and negotiating high-value contracts.</li>
<li>Ability to engage and influence senior and executive-level stakeholders across pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations.</li>
<li>Strong commercial acumen, including pricing strategy, contract structuring, and deal negotiations.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills.</li>
<li>Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems required.</li>
<li>Experience supporting or selling services related to IND, NDA, BLA, or MAA submissions preferred.</li>
<li>Familiarity with regulatory operations, publishing, and eCTD submissions preferred.</li>
<li>Experience with medical writing deliverables, including clinical study reports (CSRs), protocols, investigator brochures (IBs), and CTD modules preferred.</li>
<li>Established network within Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Development organizations preferred.</li>
<li>Experience building or scaling a specialty services sales function (e.g., regulatory consulting, scientific services) preferred.</li>
</ul>Automated Decision Making: All applicants are reviewed by a member of the Veristat Talent Acquisition team; Veristat does not utilize an automated decision-making process.
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<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Veristat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Executive Director, Sales – Regulatory & Medical Writing

The Walt Disney Company

<div>About the Role &amp; Team
The Manager, Contract Administration, handles all aspects of contract administration processes and manages three Contract Administrators in support of Walt Disney Pictures and Walt Disney Animation Studios. This role reports to the Director, Contract Administration.
The Contract Administration team manages contracts, facilitates development payments, tracks producing overall deals and rights expirations, and ensures that our writers, directors, producers, and rightsholders are timely and properly paid in accordance with their contracts and all guild and union requirements (e.g., WGA, DGA, IATSE). The team works closely with Studio Business Affairs, Legal Affairs, Creative, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Production Finance, Labor Relations, and Physical Production across Walt Disney Pictures, 20th Century Studios, Searchlight Pictures, and Walt Disney Animation Studios. The team is currently composed of the Director, five Contract Administrators, and one Coordinator.
What You Will Do<ul><li>
Management &ndash; coordinate and distribute tasks among three Contract Administrators who support Walt Disney Pictures and Walt Disney Animation Studios; provide supervisory support to three Contract Administrators; and assist the Director with designing and conducting trainings as needed by the department.</li><li>
Contract Analysis &ndash; review talent agreements to identify rights and financial obligations, summarize key terms, conduct rights research, and generate reports as needed.</li><li>
Payments and Contract Administration &ndash; stay current on payroll systems, guild/union and tax rules; coordinate with external talent representatives; manage payment processing from development through production; and prepare legal correspondence for term deals, turnarounds, options, and talent payments.</li><li>
Database Consultation/Testing &ndash; collaborate with the Director and IT to improve internal contract database, define best practices, and lead testing of system updates.</li><li>
Reporting &ndash; assist the Director with providing deal precedent data to Business Affairs and Legal Affairs; and assist the Director with creating and refining reports from internal database.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications &amp; Skills<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent work experience</li><li>
At least 5 years of experience in contract administration or business affairs administration in the entertainment industry.</li><li>
At least 2 years of experience as a people leader</li><li>
Knowledge of payroll processes and applicable guild and union requirements (e.g., WGA, DGA, IATSE), procedures, terminology, policies, and standards.</li><li>
Familiarity with all contract types applicable to feature films, including above-the-line talent agreements (e.g., writers, directors, producers, actors), rights agreements, and overall/term deals.</li><li>
Strong analytical, organization, time-management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, multi-task, and prioritize deadlines and deliverables.</li><li>
Excellent written and oral communication skills.</li><li>
Detail-oriented mindset with exceptional proofreading skills</li><li>
Ability to interact, collaborate, and communicate with personnel of various levels throughout Studios.</li><li>
Must be able to read and interpret legal contracts and guild and union collective bargaining agreements</li><li>
Prior work experience at a major studio</li><li>
Tech savvy mindset with computer proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Copilot); familiarity with document management systems (e.g., NetDocuments) and complex databases used to track deals, important dates, and payments; and demonstrated willingness to adopt new technologies, including AI-powered productivity tools to support workflow efficiency.</li></ul>
#CORP_Media #twdcmedia 
The hiring range for this position in the Greater Los Angeles area is $95,500 to $128,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate&rsquo;s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.</div>

Manager, Contract Administration

APCO

<div>
 The Opportunity
 
 We are seeking an Account Director with expertise in public affairs, government relations, and strategic communications. This professional will have a strong background in policy advocacy, issues management, stakeholder engagement, and project leadership. The successful candidate will join our growing Public Affairs practice in Riyadh, contributing to high-profile campaigns that align with Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s Vision 2030 and other national priorities
 
 
 What we&rsquo;re looking for:
 
 We are seeking a proactive, high‑performing Public Affairs professional who can operate confidently as both a leader and a team player, a balance widely recognized as essential for effective performance and for driving collective success. You bring the ability to lead with purpose while collaborating seamlessly within a broader team environment, reflecting modern leadership expectations where leaders also act as active players when needed.
 
 You have a strong track record in public affairs, issues management, and strategic communications, with a deep understanding of Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s regulatory and policy landscape. You excel at building trusted relationships with government stakeholders, clients, and partners, and you bring the judgment and agility required to navigate complex, fast‑moving policy environments. You inspire confidence, elevate team performance, and deliver high‑impact results while growing across sectors and communication channels.
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 - Design and Lead strategic public affairs programs that shape policy conversations and advance organizational priorities, aligning with the core PA function of directing information and stakeholder engagement.
 
 
 - Monitor, analyze, and interpret regulatory and policy developments in Saudi Arabia to provide clear, actionable insights aligned with strategic communication goals
 
 
 - Build and maintain trusted relationships with government entities, industry stakeholders, and partners to support effective issue management and influence public perception.
 
 
 - Develop integrated communication strategies across traditional media, digital platforms, and stakeholder channels to support credibility and reputation management, consistent with Public Affairs Officer roles.
 
 
 - Provide strategic counsel on emerging issues, risks, and opportunities, supporting leadership decision‑making and enhancing the organization&rsquo;s public positioning
 
 
 - Collaborate closely with cross‑regional teams to ensure alignment between global and regional public affairs priorities, reflecting modern PA team structures and leadership expectations.
 
 
 - Prepare and oversee the development of briefing materials, policy positions, and stakeholder engagement plans to ensure consistent high‑quality outputs that strengthen the organization&rsquo;s narrative.
 
 
 - Support multi‑stakeholder initiatives, events, and advocacy efforts that advance business objectives and reinforce organizational credibility across key audiences.
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 - Experience: 10+ years in public affairs, government relations, policy advocacy, or strategic communications, with strong preference for experience navigating Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s policy and regulatory environment.
 
 
 - Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, International Relations, or a related field.
 
 
 - Language Skills: Full professional fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
 
 
 - Policy &amp; Cultural Insight: Deep understanding of Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s political ecosystem, policymaking processes, government stakeholders, and national initiatives such as Vision 2030.
 
 
 - Policy Writing &amp; Analysis: Strong ability to craft policy positions, briefing notes, and advocacy messaging, backed by sharp analytical skills and the ability to simplify complex issues.
 
 
 - Leadership: Proven track record leading public affairs teams, managing multi‑market workstreams, and guiding stakeholder engagement strategies.
 
 
 - Stakeholder &amp; Media Engagement: Experience engaging with government ministries, regulators, industry bodies, and media; comfortable drafting public statements, managing narratives, and supporting issue management.
 
 
 - Project &amp; Issue Management: Ability to manage fast‑moving policy files, coordinate cross‑functional inputs, and deliver high‑quality outputs under pressure.
 
 
 - Industry Knowledge: Experience working across sectors such as healthcare, technology, energy, transportation, or government sectors is a plus.
 
 
 
 Careers at APCO
 
 Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.
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Associate Director, Public Affairs

APCO Worldwide

<div>The Opportunity 
 
We are seeking an Account Director with expertise in public affairs, government relations, and strategic communications. This professional will have a strong background in policy advocacy, issues management, stakeholder engagement , and project leadership. The successful candidate will join our growing Public Affairs practice in Riyadh , contributing to high-profile campaigns that align with Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s Vision 2030 and other national priorities.
 
 
What we&rsquo;re looking for:
We are seeking a proactive, high‑performing Public Affairs professional who can operate confidently as both a leader and a team player, a balance widely recognized as essential for effective performance and for driving collective success. You bring the ability to lead with purpose while collaborating seamlessly within a broader team environment, reflecting modern leadership expectations where leaders also act as active players when needed.
You have a strong track record in public affairs, issues management, and strategic communications, with a deep understanding of Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s regulatory and policy landscape. You excel at building trusted relationships with government stakeholders, clients, and partners, and you bring the judgment and agility required to navigate complex, fast‑moving policy environments. You inspire confidence, elevate team performance, and deliver high‑impact results while growing across sectors and communication channels.
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Design and Lead strategic public affairs programs that shape policy conversations and advance organizational priorities, aligning with the core PA function of directing information and stakeholder engagement.
</li><li>Monitor, analyze, and interpret regulatory and policy developments in Saudi Arabia to provide clear, actionable insights aligned with strategic communication goals
</li><li>Build and maintain trusted relationships with government entities, industry stakeholders, and partners to support effective issue management and influence public perception.
</li><li>Develop integrated communication strategies across traditional media, digital platforms, and stakeholder channels to support credibility and reputation management, consistent with Public Affairs Officer roles.
</li><li>Provide strategic counsel on emerging issues, risks, and opportunities, supporting leadership decision‑making and enhancing the organization&rsquo;s public positioning
</li><li>Collaborate closely with cross‑regional teams to ensure alignment between global and regional public affairs priorities, reflecting modern PA team structures and leadership expectations.
</li><li>Prepare and oversee the development of briefing materials, policy positions, and stakeholder engagement plans to ensure consistent high‑quality outputs that strengthen the organization&rsquo;s narrative.
</li><li>Support multi‑stakeholder initiatives, events, and advocacy efforts that advance business objectives and reinforce organizational credibility across key audiences.
</li></ul>Qualifications
<ul><li>Experience: 10+ years in public affairs, government relations, policy advocacy, or strategic communications, with strong preference for experience navigating Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s policy and regulatory environment.
</li><li>Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, International Relations, or a related field.
</li><li>Language Skills: Full professional fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
</li><li>Policy &amp; Cultural Insight: Deep understanding of Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s political ecosystem, policymaking processes, government stakeholders, and national initiatives such as Vision 2030.
</li><li>Policy Writing &amp; Analysis: Strong ability to craft policy positions, briefing notes, and advocacy messaging, backed by sharp analytical skills and the ability to simplify complex issues.
</li><li>Leadership: Proven track record leading public affairs teams, managing multi‑market workstreams, and guiding stakeholder engagement strategies.
</li><li>Stakeholder &amp; Media Engagement: Experience engaging with government ministries, regulators, industry bodies, and media; comfortable drafting public statements, managing narratives, and supporting issue management.
</li><li>Project &amp; Issue Management: Ability to manage fast‑moving policy files, coordinate cross‑functional inputs, and deliver high‑quality outputs under pressure.
</li><li>Industry Knowledge: Experience working across sectors such as healthcare, technology, energy, transportation, or government sectors is a plus. 
</li></ul>Careers at APCO
Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.</div>

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