Strategic Government Relations & Admin Lead

Novotel Hotels; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Group in Jeddah is seeking an Admin & Government Relations Supervisor to act as the primary liaison with government authorities while overseeing administrative operations. You will ensure regulatory compliance and manage critical relationships.

You will coordinate filings, licenses, permits, and policy monitoring, supporting strategic initiatives with government agencies and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional experience in administrative management, government relations, or public affairs.
• Proven experience managing interactions with government agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi regulatory environment and government procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language proficiency is highly preferred.
• Experience with regulatory compliance, licensing, and permit management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain relationships with government agencies, officials, and regulatory bodies at federal, regional, and local levels
• Coordinate administrative operations including scheduling, documentation, filing, and records management to ensure organizational efficiency
• Develop and implement government relations strategies aligned with organizational objectives and Saudi Arabia's regulatory environment
• Prepare and submit regulatory filings, permits, licenses, and compliance documentation to relevant government authorities
• Monitor changes in government policies, regulations, and legislation that may impact organizational operations
• Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, and events with government stakeholders and officials
• Maintain comprehensive databases and tracking systems for government interactions, permits, and compliance deadlines
• Prepare reports, briefings, and correspondence for senior management regarding government relations activities and regulatory matters
• Ensure all administrative processes and government interactions comply with applicable laws and organizational policies
• Support the development of proposals and presentations for government contracts or partnerships
• Coordinate with internal departments to gather information needed for government submissions and communications
• Manage administrative budgets and track expenses related to government relations activities

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management systems

Job description

Accor Group in Jeddah is seeking an Admin & Government Relations Supervisor to act as the primary liaison with government authorities while overseeing administrative operations. You will ensure regulatory compliance and manage critical relationships.

You will coordinate filings, licenses, permits, and policy monitoring, supporting strategic initiatives with government agencies and internal teams.