Government Relations Business Manager
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About the Role
A leading manufacturing organization in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Government Affairs Manager to serve as the strategic bridge between the company and government entities.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and execute government engagement strategies supporting commercial and strategic objectives
- Build and maintain relationships with ministries, regulatory authorities, and industry bodies
- Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and manage licenses and permits
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and provide strategic recommendations
- Resolve government related issues affecting operations and commercial activities
- Manage budgets and resources for government affairs activities
- Collaborate with internal teams to align government engagement with business growth
Requirements
- Experience in government relations and stakeholder management
- Fluency in Arabic and English
- Knowledge of Saudi labor and industrial regulations
- Strategic planning and business development skills
- Negotiation and advocacy skills
- Experience with Saudi Vision 2030 initiatives and localization programs
- Master's degree in a relevant discipline (preferred)
- Professional certifications in government affairs or public policy (preferred)
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About This Role
- Omnisage is conducting a confidential search for a leading manufacturing organization in Saudi Arabia for an experienced Government Affairs Manager.
- The role goes beyond traditional government relations, focusing on leveraging government engagement to support business growth and strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute government engagement strategies that support commercial and strategic objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with ministries, regulatory authorities, and industry bodies.
- Ensure full compliance with laws and regulations; oversee licenses, permits, and regulatory approvals.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and provide strategic recommendations.
- Lead resolution of government related issues affecting operations and commercial activities.
- Manage budgets and resources for government affairs activities.
- Collaborate with commercial, finance, operations, and executive teams to align government engagement with business growth.
Requirements
- Government Relations & Stakeholder Management
- Strategic Planning & Business Development
- Negotiation & Advocacy
- Relationship Building & Networking
- Arabic Language (Fluent)
- English Language (Fluent)
- Saudi Labor & Industrial Regulations
Nice to Have
- Master's Degree in a relevant discipline
- Professional certifications in government affairs, compliance, or public policy
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or regulated sectors
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