Director of Regulatory Affairs & Government Relations

Beyond ONE

What success looks like: In your first year, you will lead and implement a government relations strategy aligned with the company s licensing and commercial objectives, cultivate trusted partnerships with public sector stakeholders, and secure timely regulatory approvals across telecom and investment domains. Your work will directly support the company s ambitions to scale within Saudi Arabia and across the region.

Why this is for you: If you're energized by the intersection of regulatory strategy, public policy, and business growth, this is your opportunity to shape how Virgin Mobile engages with government and regulatory institutions. We re looking for someone who s not just experienced but ready to make impact from day one in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development and execution of regulatory and government affairs strategies, ensuring alignment with Virgin Mobile s business goals and full compliance with Saudi telecom and fintech regulations.
• Act as the primary liaison with government authorities such as CST, the Ministry of Investment, and the Ministry of Commerce, representing the company's interests in consultations, hearings, and strategic dialogues.
• Oversee licensing and investment processes, ensuring timely acquisition, renewal, and maintenance of required authorizations and permits.
• Monitor and interpret regulatory changes relevant to the telecom, fintech, and investment sectors, and proactively manage any compliance risks in collaboration with the Legal and Compliance teams.
• Drive policy and advocacy initiatives to influence telecom and investment legislation, ensuring Virgin Mobile s voice is heard across key forums, associations, and government workgroups.
• Build and sustain strategic relationships with regulatory stakeholders, industry partners, and peer operators to promote a cooperative regulatory environment.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams including Compliance, Legal, Strategy, and Commercial to align cross-functional efforts in support of business and regulatory priorities.
• Ensure timely submission of regulatory filings and comprehensive documentation of all interactions with government entities.
• Develop a cohesive government relations strategy that strengthens the company s credible public presence and ensures long-term positioning within KSA.
• Lead and mentor the regulatory affairs and government relations team, providing the vision, tools, and support needed for success.