Government Relations Executive

Al Tayer Group Career site; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Tayer Insignia is seeking a Government Relations operative in KSA to manage online transactions, registrations, and licenses across CGR processes. You will coordinate with internal stakeholders and several government bodies to ensure timely completions and compliance.

The role requires 2+ years in GR, solid knowledge of KSA regulatory frameworks, and strong communication with stakeholders to support business units and operations within the GCC region.

Qualifications

• University diploma or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant GR experience, preferably in retail, F&B or hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of KSA Company law, business/commercial law, and regulatory requirements.
• Good influencing, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in Arabic; English proficiency would be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Receive and validate all CGR service requests from internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate CGR transactions: permits, licenses, renewals, amendments, and cancellations.
• Handle internal and external queries and maintain effective stakeholder communications.
• Liaise with Government Departments and update Business Units on changes and requirements.
• Undertake online transactions and pay fees on government portals.
• Maintain up-to-date trackers and provide copies of issued documents to internal customers.
• Maintain documents in ECM and ensure timely renewals before due dates.

Skills

GR experience (KSA)

KSA company law

Regulatory requirements

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

University diploma or bachelor's degree

Job description

At Al Tayer Insignia, your career is more than a job — it’s a journey into the heart of luxury retail. For over 40 years, we’ve partnered with the world’s most iconic brands, creating award-winning retail experiences across our boutiques, department stores, and leading online platforms. With stores and outlets across the GCC and a truly seamless omnichannel presence, we bring style, innovation, and heritage together. Here, you’ll join a diverse, customer obsessed, passionate team that celebrates creativity, values individuality, and empowers you to grow. Join us on our journey, reimagining fashion and redefining the meaning of luxury in the region.

Job Description

Job Purpose

Carry out the processing, follow-through, and completion of all daily online transactions of the KSA Commercial Government Relations function, ensuring timely processing of documents and effective execution of job requests. Interact and communicate with internal stakeholder regarding job requests. Government Relations Services include but are not limited to registration of business activities and formation of companies with appropriate authorities. Issuance, modification and renewal of trade licenses, commercial and marketing permits, approvals, non-objection certificates, commercial agency agreements, trademarks, municipality, food safety and civil defence certifications, etc.

Responsibilities

Functional Roles and Responsibilities

• Receive and validate all commercial GR service requests from internal stakeholders and business units.
• Co-ordinate with different departments and business units regarding various CGR transactions such as permits, certificates, licenses, lease agreements issuance, renewal, amendment, and cancellation.
• Handle internal and external customer queries and manage effective communications with stakeholders.
• Liaise with various Government Departments and update Business Units of any changes, new regulations, and requirements.
• Undertake and process all activities related to online transactions including online applications and payment of fees on government department portals.
• Maintain up-to-date trackers for all CGR documents and update internal customers with copies of the documents issued by government entities, and complete and close the job requests on CGR system.
• Maintain all documents and files for future reference on ECM.
• Provide inputand feedback on CGR processesand systems andcontribute to processimprovements as required.
• Liaise with ATI business units, commercial and digital teams and operations as required regarding specific GR requests to obtain necessary clarifications, documentations, information and approvals in order to facilitate timely processing of the requests.
• Assist in preparation of official letters and application forms for ministries, municipalities, economic or other governmental departments and bodies as and when required.
• Provide administrative support to commercial and digital teams as required for Government Relations matters including Consumer Protection complaints, enquiries, investigations and other matters with various governmental authorities across the GCC jurisdictions.
• Execute GR activities in full compliance with local legal and regulatory requirements and in adherence with Group policies, procedures, governance, and matrix of authorities' rules.
• Administer the Commercial GR database to ensure the completeness and accuracy of all business information and effective tracking of the validity and expiry of trade licenses, agency agreements, trademarks, various commercial permits, licenses, and documents to initiate timely processing and completion of all renewals prior to the due date.

Qualifications

Education/Certification and Continued Education

• A university diploma or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 2years of relevant experience, preferably with previous Retail, F&B or Hospitality experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Previous GR experience within KSA
• Good knowledge of KSA Company law, Business/Commercial Law, and legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to commercial operations, trading, import/export, distribution, store opening and operations, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Retail/F&B/Hospitality and distribution industries.
• Good influencing, stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• Good numerical and commercial skills with an ability to negotiate.
• Proactive, collaborative, and consultative in style.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Language Skills

• Full Proficiency in the Arabic being native language.
• English proficiency would be an added advantage.

Additional Requirements

• Self-starter, proactive and results-driven.
• Ability to work under high pressure and to strict deadlines.
• Resilient and adaptable team-member.
• Reliable team-member who will contribute their knowledge and experience into a team environment.