WSP in the Middle East are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Government Relations Manager_Saudi National, to join our growing team in Riyadh, KSA. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated Saudi national to lead key government relations functions while working in a collaborative, high-performance environment. + Team Leadership: Independently manage relationships with senior stakeholders while guiding and supporting junior team members across related functions. + Company Licenses & Registration: Manage and maintain all company licenses and registrations with local authorities, ensuring timely renewals and full compliance. + Visa & Iqama Management: Oversee all employee visa and Iqama processes, including onboarding, renewals, and extensions. + Qiwa Employment Contracts: Administer employment contracts via the Qiwa system, ensuring alignment with current labor laws and regulations. + Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure full adherence to Saudi labor laws and evolving government regulations. + Policy Development: Develop and update internal policies and procedures related to employee management, visa processing, and regulatory compliance. + Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary liaison between WSP and government authorities, managing official communications, approvals, and inquiries. + Government Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key government entities to support the company’s regulatory positioning and public reputation. + Employee Database Management: Maintain and update the organization’s employee database, ensuring data accuracy and integrity for all government relations (GR) processes. + Reporting & Documentation: Produce and submit regular reports on all GR-related activities and ensure timely delivery of any ad hoc reports requested by management. Provide accurate documentation, reporting, and data management with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. + Industry Awareness: Stay up to date with the latest government relations trends, platform updates (e.g., Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem), and best practices to continuously improve internal processes. + Labor Dispute Resolution: Support the resolution of labor-related cases in compliance with Saudi labor law and company policy. + Saudi National with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. + Minimum of 8 years’ experience in government relations, public affairs, or a similar role—preferably within the engineering, construction, or consulting sectors. + Strong track record of independently managing internal and external stakeholders, including cross-functional teams and government bodies. + The ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-moving, high-demand environment. + Deep understanding of Saudi governmental systems, labor laws, and regulatory frameworks. + Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for efficient data and process management. + High level of professionalism and discretion in handling legal and regulatory matters. **Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.** Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. **With us, you can. Apply today.**