Business Operations & Government Relations Officer

Role Overview

Employment and Workplace

• Employment type is full-time.
• The role is on-site in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Qiwa, Mudad, GOSI, Muqeem, Ministry of Commerce, Chamber of Commerce, and other relevant government platforms.
• Handle employee records, contracts, payroll-related updates, Saudization requirements, and compliance deadlines.
• Maintain accounts, invoices, expenses, payment records, petty cash, and monthly financial documentation.
• Coordinate with the external accountant on VAT, ZATCA, payroll, and financial reports.
• Follow up on customer invoices, outstanding payments, leads, quotations, proposals, and potential clients.
• Monitor government and private-sector tenders and business opportunities.
• Maintain company documents, licences, renewals, and official correspondence.
• Support the General Manager with daily administrative and operational tasks.

Requirements

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Practical knowledge of Qiwa, Mudad, GOSI, and Saudi government platforms.
• Basic accounting and financial-record management skills.
• Good communication and client-follow-up abilities.
• Fluent Arabic and good working English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in an organised, trustworthy, and proactive manner.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Experience in an IT or technology company is advantageous.
• 2–4 years of experience in government relations, accounting support, administration, or business operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with payroll, VAT documentation, ZATCA, and Saudization compliance is preferred.
• Experience preparing quotations, proposals, and business-development reports is preferred.