Regulatory & Government Relations Lead - Autonomous Mobility

CargoX; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Neolixgo, the CargoX joint venture in the UAE, seeks a Government Relations Lead to manage regulator relationships, permits, and licensing across emirates. The role owns regulatory expectations and supports expansion as Abu Dhabi moves to Level 4 operations.

You will handle incident responses, track regulatory changes, and represent the company at government events such as Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week and DRIFTx. Fluency in Arabic and English and a UAE driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Established relationships with UAE transport regulators (ITC, RTA, DMT, MOI or similar).
• Government relations experience in a regulated, safety-sensitive sector; autonomous vehicle or smart-mobility experience is a plus.
• Practical knowledge of how UAE permit and licensing approvals actually move.
• Sound judgement under pressure, and comfort handling informal as well as formal channels.
• Fluent Arabic and English (essential).
• Valid UAE driving licence, and willingness to travel between emirates.

Responsibilities

• Regulator relationships: Stay in regular, proactive contact with ITC, SASC and RTA, so issues are resolved before escalations.
• Permits and licensing: Handle operating permits, vehicle registration, route and zone approvals, and safety dossiers across emirates.
• Incident response: Be the first contact when an incident, complaint or media enquiry reaches a government body.
• Horizon-scanning: Track changes to UAE regimes and prepare the business before new rules take effect.
• External representation: Represent the company at government-facing events and councils such as Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week and DRIFTx.
• Internal translation: Turn regulatory requirements into actions for Operations, Safety and Product.

Skills

Regulator relationships

Government relations

Permit/licensing knowledge

Judgement under pressure

Arabic & English fluency

UAE driving licence & travel

Job description

Neolixgo, the CargoX joint venture in the UAE, seeks a Government Relations Lead to manage regulator relationships, permits, and licensing across emirates. The role owns regulatory expectations and supports expansion as Abu Dhabi moves to Level 4 operations.

You will handle incident responses, track regulatory changes, and represent the company at government events such as Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week and DRIFTx. Fluency in Arabic and English and a UAE driving licence are essential.