Senior Government Relations

1 week ago

Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Starlinks Full time

Job Overview:

To manage and maintain strong relationships with government entities, ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating all approvals, permits, and licenses required for seamless business operations. The role also oversees corporate-level regulatory matters, inspection preparedness, and operational support related to safety, insurance, and government coordination.

Job Responsibilities:

Government Relations & Licensing:

  • Visit and follow up with ministries, municipalities, and regulatory bodies for licenses and renewals.
  • Handle Civil Defense, SFDA, and municipality licensing procedures.
  • Facilitate inspection readiness and escort government visitors during site visits.

Corporate Services Oversight:

  • Supervise external service contracts related to fire safety, pest control, and national address.
  • Oversee the maintenance and renewal of contracts with embassies, municipalities, and regulatory entities.
  • Manage attestation processes with embassies and other official bodies.

Security & Safety Coordination:

  • Oversee security guards and ensure their deployment aligns with site needs.
  • Monitor and supervise CCTV systems and safety equipment compliance.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and vendors for preventive maintenance.

Insurance & Claims:

  • Handle incident reporting and insurance claims for company vehicles, property, and workplace accidents.
  • Follow up with insurance providers for policy issuance and renewals.
  • Maintain documentation of claims, reports, and approvals.

Support & Administrative Duties:

  • Perform ad hoc tasks and special assignments assigned by the supervisor or management.
  • Maintain proper filing and archiving of government-related records.
  • Prepare periodic reports on the status of licenses, renewals, inspections, and risk items.

Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in public administration, Political Science, Law, Business Administration, International Relations, or a related field.
  • Minimum
    3–5 years of experience
    in
    government relations, corporate affairs, or regulatory compliance
    within Saudi Arabia.
  • Proven track record in handling
    licensing, permits, and inspection processes
    with government authorities such as
    MOMRA, Civil Defense, SFDA, and Ministry of Commerce
    .
  • Experience coordinating
    insurance claims
    ,
    contract renewals
    , and
    regulatory inspections
    is preferred.
  • Familiarity with
    Saudi labor, municipal, and civil defense regulations
    .
  • Strong
    MS Office and documentation
    skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.

Behavioral Competencies:

  • Ethical Practice
  • Communication
  • Health, Safety and Environment
  • Accountability
  • Proactiveness
  • Collaboration
  • Technology Advocacy

Technical Competencies:

  • Licensing & Government Relations
  • Safety & Regulatory Inspections
  • Documentation & Filing
  • Insurance Claims Handling
  • Contract Oversight & Renewal Tracking

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