Government Affairs Director

4 weeks ago

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Precision Hire Solution Full time

Microsoft has an immediate opportunity for a highly skilled experienced government affairs professional to join the Corporate External and Legal Affairs (CELA) team in Saudi Arabia as a Government Affairs manager. The successful candidate will report to the Middle East CELA Lead.

Microsofts mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect integrity and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.


Responsibilities
  • Strategy/Policy Program Management You advocate for and manage policy issues (e.g. social political legal technical) and lead the companys engagement and campaign with senior internal stakeholders related to government affairs on priority issues stategies and/or programs; you are a subject matter expert and assess regulatory and/or legislative impact on Microsofts goals and objectives; you develop and gather an intelligence network of data and relationship interactions.
  • Policy Program Development You shape and contribute to Microsofts policy agenda in Saudi Arabia to address complex governmental issues/affairs and business priorities and develop and/or recommend highly impactful solutions for advancing the agenda while managing risks and consequences; you develop and facilitate program outreach and execution to advance Microsofts policy and/or political agenda.
  • Issue Resolution You advise on and respond to key strategic issues recommending prioritized actions ensuring alignment with stakeholder positions and escalating matters as appropriate.
  • External Communication You direct and align complex or conflicting policy with Microsofts goals and strategies; you enhance company reputation by driving a communication framework and messaging for Government Affairs; you participate in and assist in developing internal/external events to drive Government Affairs objectives and social media engagement.
  • External Relationships You develop and build a network of relations and influence partnerships with coalitions the Public Sector relevant interests groups and industry thought leaders to achieve desired regulatory and/or legislative outcomes; you lead the implementation of improvements to initiatives based on community and stakeholder provider of technology and you assist in navigating and minimizing roadblocks.
  • Internal Collaboration You advocate for and manage policy issues and lead Microsofts engagement with internal stakeholders related to government affairs; you support senior stakeholders by regularly counselling on public policy geopolitical topics and/or cultural context; you provide direction to teammates and you act as a project lead across countries and teams.
Qualifications Required/Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelors Degree in Public Policy Public Administration Law or related field AND 4 years experience in government affairs corporate affairs public policy or government.
    • OR 6 years experience in government affairs corporate affairs public policy or government.
  • Significant policy development or government affairs experience in the legal department of an international company business trade association consultancy government or multilateral organization (or similar experience in an international law firm).

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

  • 5 years experience in developing and managing strategic relationships to advocate and influence public/technology policy priorities.
  • Familiarity with legal policy and regulatory challenges facing the technology industry in Saudi Arabia.
  • Excellent written and oral advocacy skills in English and Arabic.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age ancestry citizenship color family or medical care leave gender identity or expression genetic information immigration status marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation protected veteran or military status race ethnicity religion sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process read more about requesting accommodations. This job has been sourced from an external job board.
More jobs on

  • Government Affairs Director

    4 days ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Microsoft Full time

    Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can...

  • Government Affairs Director

    6 days ago

    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Precision Hire Solution Full time

    Microsoft has an immediate opportunity for a highly skilled experienced government affairs professional to join the Corporate External and Legal Affairs (CELA) team in Saudi Arabia as a Government Affairs manager. The successful candidate will report to the Middle East CELA Lead. Microsofts mission is to empower every person and every organization on the...

  • Government Affairs Director

    6 days ago

    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Microsoft Full time

    Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive...

  • Government Affairs Director

    6 days ago

    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Lifera Full time

    Government Affairs DirectorDepartment: CommercialEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Riyadh - LiferaDescriptionA career at Lifera is more than a job - Lifera's mission is to enable the Saudi National Biotech Strategy, help achieve biopharma resilience in Saudi Arabia, and establish Lifera as a leading global biopharma company. A career at Lifera is an...

  • Government Affairs Manager

    2 months ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Kinetic Full time

    A leading **Pharmaceutical** company is actively recruiting a **Government Affairs Manager** for their **Riyadh** office. *** **_Please note that due to Saudization, only Saudi Nationals can be considered for this role._** *** **The main responsibilities will include but not limited to**: - Implement Government Affairs strategies in a local setting by...

  • Government Affairs Manager

    6 days ago

    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Kinetic Full time

    A leading Pharmaceutical company is actively recruiting a Government Affairs Manager for their Riyadh office.***_Please note that due to Saudization, only Saudi Nationals can be considered for this role._***The main responsibilities will include but not limited to: Implement Government Affairs strategies in a local setting by developing necessary tactical...

  • Associate Director of International Public Policy and Government Affairs

    6 days ago

    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Ant Group Full time

    Associate Director of International Public Policy and Government Affairs (Saudi Arabia/Middle East)Job description:Based in Riyadh, this candidate will be part of a growing international public policy and government affairs team (the "Ant IGA Team"), supporting Ant Group's mission to bring more inclusive, green and sustainable changes to the digital...

  • Government Affairs

    4 weeks ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Kinetic Full time

    A multinational **Pharmaceutical** company is actively recruiting a **Government Affairs & Market Access Manager** for their team in **Riyadh.** *** **The main responsibilities will include but not limited to**: - Implement Government Affairs strategies in a local setting by developing necessary tactical plans. - Establish a government affairs network...

  • Government Affairs

    2 weeks ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Kinetic Full time

    A multinational **Pharmaceutical** company is actively recruiting a **Government Affairs & Market Access Manager** for their team in **Riyadh.** *** **The main responsibilities will include but not limited to**: - Implement Government Affairs strategies in a local setting by developing necessary tactical plans. - Establish a government affairs network...

  • Government & Regulatory Affairs Professional

    2 weeks ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia IBM Full time

    Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most...

  • Government Affairs Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Kinetic Full time

    A leading **Medical Device** company is actively recruiting a **Government Affairs** **Officer** for their **Riyadh** office. *** **_Please note that due to Saudization, only Saudi Nationals can be considered for this role._** *** **The main responsibilities will include but not limited to**: - Liaise with relevant government entities to obtain necessary...

  • Associate Director of International Public Policy and Government Affairs

    6 days ago

    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia WorldFirst Full time

    Associate Director of International Public Policy and Government Affairs (Saudi Arabia/Middle East) We are looking to hire a dynamic self-starter, versatile and seasoned professional with a deep understanding of the local and cross-border digital economy and payment landscape. The work environment is highly matrixed and cross-functional and will require the...

  • Corporate Affairs Director

    2 weeks ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Lilly Full time

    At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 35,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our...

  • Director of Sales Government

    4 weeks ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Full time

    **Position**: Director of Sales Government (Saudi Only) (Full time #535276) **Property / Office**: Al Faisaliah Hotel, Riyadh **Location**: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia **Responsibilities**: - Works with team to ensure understanding of sales strategy and effective implementation of the strategy by market segment. - Work closely with the Director of Commercial...

  • Corporate Affairs Director

    6 days ago

    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Lilly Full time

    At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 35,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our...

  • Government Affairs and Public Policy Director for

    3 weeks ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Hewlett Packard Full time

    **Key Responsibilities** - Work internally closely with the Business Units and other global functions to develop and implement advocacy strategies to address policy issues impacting HP; - Become a strategic partner. Provide political advice and counsel to senior business leaders to shape the business strategy and internal strategy; - Represent HP’s values...

  • Senior Government Affairs

    2 weeks ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Tencent Full time

    Work Mode: Onsite **Responsibilities**: - [Company Introduction]_ Tencent is a world-leading internet and technology company that develops innovative products and services to improve the quality of life of people around the world. Founded in 1998 with its headquarters in Shenzhen China, our guiding principle is to use technology for good. We are not only...

  • Government Affairs and Public Policy Director for

    6 days ago

    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Hewlett Packard Full time

    Key Responsibilities Work internally closely with the Business Units and other global functions to develop and implement advocacy strategies to address policy issues impacting HP; Become a strategic partner. Provide political advice and counsel to senior business leaders to shape the business strategy and internal strategy; Represent HP's values and...

  • Director Corporate Affairs

    2 months ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Mindfield Resources Full time

    **Job **Description****: **Our client**: A multinational in the consumer goods arena. **Your role**: Lobbyist, public affairs expert, seasoned statesman, internal, external communications, government relations, corporate social responsibility, media relations, crisis management, unlocking road blocksWell if you have successfully negotiated these areas of...

  • Medical Affairs Director

    2 weeks ago

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Johnson & Johnson Full time

    **Johnson & Johnson Janssen **is recruiting for **Medical Affairs Director **to be located in **Riyadh, KSA.** Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 125 years. We embrace research and science - bringing innovative ideas, products and services to advance the health and well-being of...