Government Relations Manager – Saudi Arabia

About the role

The Government Relations Manager will act as the primary liaison between the company and Saudi government authorities, ensuring full compliance with local regulations and uninterrupted operational approvals. Based in Jeddah, the role oversees licensing, visas, work permits and coordinates with regional legal partners.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with key Saudi entities such as MOHR, GOSI, MISA, Civil Defense, Customs, Chamber of Commerce, MOI and municipal authorities.
• Manage business licenses, renewals, permits and legal documentation to guarantee seamless operations.
• Supervise issuance, renewal and cancellation of employee visas, work permits and Iqamas; support new hires and families.
• Oversee employment contract creation and renewal on the Qiwa platform and drive the Saudization program.
• Monitor updates to Saudi laws and regulations, provide impact analysis to senior management, and ensure timely reporting to authorities.
• Lead crisis management, audit support and dispute resolution in collaboration with HR and Legal teams.
• Directly manage an administrative assistant/broker.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Law or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of Government Relations experience within logistics, e‑commerce or multinational organizations.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor, immigration and business compliance requirements.

Required skills

• Hands‑on experience with GOSI, Muqeem, Qiwa and Mudad systems.
• Proficiency in managing Saudi licensing and regulatory processes.