Executive Director – Government Partnerships

Foreground LLC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Foreground LLC is seeking an Executive Director to lead engagement with government stakeholders and manage strategic relationships. This role is crucial for aligning business objectives with national priorities.

The ideal candidate must have senior-level experience in government relations, demonstrating diplomacy and strategic thinking. Arabic fluency is preferred, as this role involves high-level collaboration with public-sector partners in Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• Senior experience in government relations or public-private partnerships.
• Strong understanding of Saudi public-sector dynamics.
• Fluency in Arabic highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement with government stakeholders and public-sector partners.
• Manage strategic relationships and joint initiatives.
• Advise leadership on public-sector strategy and risk.

Skills

Government relations

Public-private partnerships

Regulatory compliance

Diplomacy

Strategic thinking

Job description

Our client is a private-sector organisation working closely with government entities on national-scale initiatives. Government partnerships are central to the organisation’s growth strategy.

The Role

The Executive Director will lead engagement with government stakeholders and public-sector partners. This role will manage strategic relationships, joint initiatives, and long-term collaboration frameworks. A key focus will be aligning business objectives with national priorities and regulatory expectations. The Director will support licensing, approvals, and policy navigation. This role will also advise leadership on public-sector strategy and risk. High discretion and credibility are required.

Candidate Profile

Candidates must have senior experience in government relations, public-private partnerships, or regulated environments. Strong understanding of Saudi public-sector dynamics is essential. The ideal candidate demonstrates diplomacy, influence, and strategic thinking. Arabic fluency is highly preferred. Experience representing organisations at senior government levels is critical.