Director - Regulatory and Policy (CDU3) - 20002659

Qiddiya Investment Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment and culture development company is seeking a Director of Regulatory and Policy to drive regulatory initiatives within the Transport Division. The role requires extensive experience in the regulatory landscape, particularly in Saudi Arabia. Responsibilities include developing policy positions, conducting analyses, and mentoring a high-performing team. The ideal candidate has 15+ years in regulatory roles and a strong inter-governmental network.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years of experience in regulatory, legal, or public policy roles.
• Strong understanding of transport regulatory environment in Saudi Arabia.
• Exceptional communication, writing, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of regulatory and policy positions supporting the Transport Division.
• Conduct analysis of regulatory frameworks to identify policy gaps and opportunities.
• Serve as a liaison with government entities and policy-makers.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Regulatory design

Policy analysis

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy or related discipline

Master’s degree in Public Administration or Regulatory Affairs preferred

Job description

Qiddiya is Saudi Arabia’s future capital of entertainment, sports, and culture — a 360 km² mega-project just outside Riyadh. From F1-grade racetracks and theme parks to stadiums and performance venues, we’re creating a destination like no other. This is more than a project, it’s a national transformation. As construction accelerates, we’re hiring ambitious talent to help shape it. If you’re driven by scale, impact, and the chance to build something iconic from the ground up, Qiddiya is calling for you.

General Summary:

The Director of Regulatory and Policy is a strategic leadership role within the Transport Division, responsible for shaping and influencing the regulatory and policy environment in which the organization operates. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who can monitor emerging trends, assess comparative regulatory settings, and advocate for policy reform that enables innovation in the transport sector.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in regulatory policy within the Middle East—particularly Saudi Arabia—and possess a strong inter-governmental network that can be leveraged to align regulatory frameworks with strategic transport initiatives.

The role also plays a vital part in talent development, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment in a fast-paced, evolving ecosystem.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Lead the development and refinement of regulatory and policy positions that support the Transport Division’s strategic and operational goals.

2. Conduct comparative analysis of local, regional, and international regulatory frameworks to identify policy gaps, best practices, and opportunities for alignment or reform.

3.Scan the regulatory and innovation landscape for emerging technologies, business models, or trends requiring proactive policy response (e.g., autonomous transport, mobility-as-a-service, decarbonization).

4.Serve as a key liaison with government entities, regulators, and policy-makers, leveraging a deep network to advocate for and influence policy evolution.

5.Prepare regulatory strategy papers, submissions, and briefings for executive leadership and external stakeholders.

6.Coordinate cross-functional regulatory initiatives, collaborating with Legal, Strategy, Projects, and Government Affairs to ensure coherent messaging and outcomes.

7. Develop internal policy positions that support compliance, strategic innovation, and operational flexibility.

8.Build and maintain trusted relationships with key decision-makers across Saudi ministries, regulatory bodies, and policy think tanks.

9. Support internal and external lobbying efforts through data-driven analysis, policy articulation, and stakeholder engagement.

10.Create a strong team culture, mentor junior staff, and foster professional development in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, Transport Planning, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree in Public Administration, Transport Policy, or Regulatory Affairs preferred.
• Strong understanding of the transport regulatory environment in Saudi Arabia and broader Middle East.
• Deep knowledge of transport policy trends, including urban mobility, innovation regulation, infrastructure standards, and market reform.
• Exceptional communication, writing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to present regulatory arguments clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and deliver results in fast-moving policy environments.

Years of Experience:

Minimum 15+ years of experience in regulatory, legal, or public policy roles, with at least 5 years focused on transport-related regulation.

Experience:

• Significant experience in the Middle East, with deep working knowledge of Saudi Arabia’s institutional and regulatory landscape.
• Proven track record in regulatory design, reform advocacy, and policy analysis at the national or intergovernmental level.
• Strong experience engaging and influencing government entities and regulatory bodies on complex transport or infrastructure issues.
• Experience building and leading high-performing policy teams, with a focus on mentoring and team culture.
• Demonstrated ability to operate efficiently and pragmatically within complex, rapidly evolving organizational and policy ecosystems.