Bilingual Government Relations Officer📣 Job Ad

About the Opportunity

Gateworth Group is partnering with a prestigious international law firm to recruit a Bilingual Government Relations Officer for their expanding team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is ideal for a professional with 2-5 years of experience, offering a competitive salary along with family benefits and a variable compensation component.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will serve as the firm's primary liaison for all Saudi government ministries. This role encompasses managing government relations, supporting HR administration, assisting with daily office operations, and facilitating business development pitch submissions through various government portals.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain effective working relationships with key Saudi government entities, including MHRSD, Jawazat, the Ministry of Justice, and other relevant authorities.
• Act as the firm's official representative, liaising with government bodies in person to process applications, resolve issues, and complete regulatory requirements.
• Handle all matters relating to Ministry of Investment (MISA) registrations, licensing obligations, and requirements for foreign-owned entities.
• Ensure the firm's corporate records, professional company registration, and statutory requirements remain up to date through the Ministry of Commerce and associated digital platforms.
• Track and complete regulatory submissions, renewals, permits, and registrations to ensure adherence to all governmental requirements and deadlines.
• Monitor government portals daily for public sector legal tenders and RFPs.
• Assist the Business Development & Marketing team with proposal development administration, ensuring timely and compliant submissions.
• Manage the firm's activities on employment-related government platforms, ensuring employee records, including Saudization programs, are maintained and processed accurately in line with regulatory requirements.
• Provide general HR assistance related to employee onboarding, offboarding, and any employee relations queries.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 2-5 years of relevant working experience in government relations or a similar capacity.
• Strong understanding and practical experience handling corporate matters linked to Saudi labor law, local regulations, and Saudization quotas.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships at the government level.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Proactive and results-oriented approach to tasks.
• Ability to work effectively as a collaborative team player.
• High level of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective liaison activities.

Work Environment

This position offers the opportunity to join an ambitious international law firm, working alongside colleagues from diverse international markets. The role is integral to the firm's operations and growth within the Saudi Arabian market.