Arabic-Speaking Government & Sovereign Affairs Advisor

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  • Al Hufuf, Ash Sharqiyah
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
  • Apply easily
Location: Hybrid (International)Travel: Frequent – Must be able to travel with 24 hours’ noticeCompensation: USD $200K + Bonus + Commission Top-tier salary + all travel expenses coveredImportant: Read Before ApplyingThis is not an academic, research, or entry-level policy role.We are seeking a senior professional with direct, hands-on experience working with governments, sovereign wealth funds, or government-related investment and financial institutions in the GCC region.Candidates without practical government or sovereign-level experience will not be considered.Role OverviewWe are appointing a senior-level advisor to act as a strategic liaison between European stakeholders and government or sovereign entities across the Gulf region.This role requires:
  • Real operational experience inside or alongside government
  • Established relationships within sovereign or ministerial circles
  • Strong geopolitical judgement
  • Ability to navigate high-level institutional environments
This position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise.RequirementsCandidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered:Mandatory Requirements (Non-Negotiable)Applicants must demonstrate:
  • Minimum 5–10 years senior-level experience
  • Direct experience working:
  • Inside a government ministry (GCC preferred), OR
  • For a sovereign wealth fund, OR
  • For a government-related investment authority, OR
  • Within financial, trade, energy, defence, or commerce authorities
  • Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and/or Saudi Arabia
  • Proven exposure to decision-making environments at senior institutional level
  • Experience managing relationships with:
  • Sovereign wealth funds
  • Ministries
  • Government investment bodies
  • Financial regulators
  • Energy or defence authorities
  • Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)
  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)
  • Ability to travel internationally within 24 hours’ notice
  • Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware
  • Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts
Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.Additional Advantage
  • Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English.
  • Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies.
  • Existing relationships within GCC sovereign institutions
  • Background in investments, finance, trade, defence, or energy sectors
  • Experience managing politically sensitive cross-border matters
  • Established credibility within government-linked entities
Profiles We Are SeekingWe are interested in professionals who have:
  • Worked at senior level within a GCC ministry
  • Held roles in sovereign wealth funds (e.g., investment, strategy, international partnerships)
  • Operated in government-backed investment platforms
  • Managed cross-border institutional or state-linked projects
  • Served in senior advisory roles to ministers, boards, or sovereign institutions
Profiles We Are NOT Seeking
  • Academic researchers without government operational exposure
  • Entry-level policy analysts
  • Construction or infrastructure project managers
  • Real estate project managers
  • Junior consultants without sovereign-level experience
Core Responsibilities
  • Lead strategic engagement with government and sovereign stakeholders
  • Navigate institutional processes within GCC entities
  • Support cross-border investment and advisory discussions
  • Prepare executive-level briefing materials
  • Represent the organisation in high-level meetings when required
  • Maintain strict discretion and professional integrity
Application RequirementIn your application, you must clearly state: * Government or sovereign entity you worked for
  • Your level of seniority
  • Nature of decision-making exposure
  • Countries of operation
  • Years of direct government-related experience
Applications that do not clearly demonstrate relevant government or sovereign experience will not proceed.BenefitsTop-Tier Salary: (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.Full Expense Coverage: All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.Hybrid Environment: A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.Professional Prestige: Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.

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