Analyst Government Relations

About the Role

Qiddiya Investment Company (شركة قدية الاستثمارية) is seeking an Analyst - Government Relations to join its team in Riyadh, Riyadh Province. This full-time role involves supporting the Government Relations function by coordinating interactions with government entities, monitoring regulatory requirements, and managing official documentation. The Analyst will also ensure the timely processing of organizational permits, licenses, visas, registrations, and compliance-related activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with government authorities and regulatory bodies to facilitate organizational requirements.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with relevant government stakeholders.
• Support the submission and follow-up of official applications, permits, and approvals.
• Monitor changes in government regulations, policies, and procedures that may impact the organization.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with local labor, immigration, municipality, and commercial regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of government-related activities and compliance requirements.
• Prepare, review, and track government correspondence, applications, and official documents.
• Maintain records of licenses, registrations, permits, and renewals, ensuring all government documentation is updated and filed appropriately.
• Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to government transactions and approvals.
• Prepare periodic reports on application status, compliance activities, and government engagement.
• Analyze process bottlenecks and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Support internal departments regarding government-related procedures and requirements.
• Coordinate with HR, Legal, Procurement, Finance, and other functions on government-related matters.
• Provide timely updates on pending requests and approvals.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates for this role should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience in government relations or a similar field. The position requires a strong understanding of regulatory compliance and administrative processes related to government interactions.

Documentation and Administration

The role involves significant responsibility for managing official documentation. This includes preparing, reviewing, and tracking government correspondence and applications, as well as maintaining comprehensive records of licenses, registrations, permits, and renewals to ensure all documentation is current and properly filed.

Reporting and Analysis

The Analyst will be responsible for tracking KPIs related to government transactions and approvals. This includes preparing regular reports on application status, compliance activities, and overall government engagement, as well as identifying and recommending improvements for process efficiency.

Stakeholder Support

This position requires effective collaboration with various internal departments, including HR, Legal, Procurement, and Finance, to address government-related matters. The Analyst will provide support and timely updates on pending requests and approvals to ensure smooth inter-departmental operations.