Government Affairs Advisor

Overview

A leading medical device company is actively recruiting a government affairs advisor for their Riyadh office.

Please note that you must meet all the criteria set out below for your application to be considered. Suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 working days. If you are not contacted within that time, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement corporate government affairs strategies aligned with the company's objectives.
• Advise key stakeholders on local policies, regulatory developments, and potential impact on business operations.
• Act as a primary point of contact with government authorities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key government officials, policymakers, and industry associations.
• Craft policies and guidelines for the company to ensure compliance and facilitate market growth.
• Provide strategic insights on the healthcare market, supporting business growth, market access, and risk mitigation.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on government-related matters and opportunities.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Open to candidates based in the UAE who are willing to relocate to KSA and have prior KSA experience.
• Minimum 10 years of government affairs experience within the medical devices/healthcare industry.
• Strong understanding of KSA healthcare policies, regulations, and market dynamics.
• Proven experience in policy development and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic.