Regulatory Affairs & Strategic Partnerships Manager

Overview

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia \| On-Site

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Requirements

• What You'll Be DoingLead Regulatory & Licensing Activities* Support and coordinate the company's local licensing initiatives, including PTSP and other regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) and other relevant authorities.
• Manage regulatory submissions, official correspondence, documentation, and follow-up activities.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely responses to regulatory requests and compliance requirements.
• Monitor regulatory developments and provide guidance on their business impact.
• Drive Strategic Partnerships* Build and strengthen relationships with local banks, payment providers, digital wallets, payment gateways, and financial institutions.
• Identify partnership opportunities that support market growth and operational success.
• Utilize your network and industry expertise to accelerate business expansion within Saudi Arabia.
• Support commercial discussions and local business development initiatives where appropriate.
• Ensure Local Compliance & Operational Readiness* Assist with the establishment and ongoing management of the company's Saudi operations.
• Support governance, compliance reporting, and regulatory obligations.
• Coordinate documentation and regulatory requirements necessary for ongoing operations.
• Help ensure the organization maintains the highest standards of compliance and corporate governance.

Who We're Looking For

• You may be an experienced professional from:
• Banking
• Fintech
• Payments
• Regulatory Affairs
• Compliance

• Legal & Government Relations

• Financial Services
• Most importantly, you understand how business gets done within the Saudi financial ecosystem and can confidently engage with both regulators and industry stakeholders.

✔ Saudi National (Mandatory)

• ✔ Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• ✔ Experience within banking, fintech, payments, financial services, compliance, regulatory affairs, or related sectors
• ✔ Strong understanding of Saudi regulatory frameworks and financial services regulations
• ✔ Experience interacting with regulators, government entities, and financial institutions
• ✔ Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• ✔ Highly organized, professional, and capable of managing multiple priorities
• ✔ Strong reputation for integrity, reliability, and professionalism
• Highly Preferred* Experience supporting PTSP licensing or similar financial services licensing processes
• Existing relationships within Saudi banks, payment institutions, or regulatory bodies
• Legal, compliance, public policy, or regulatory background
• Experience supporting market-entry projects or entity establishment initiatives
• Business development or partnership management experience within financial services

The Ideal Candidate

Benefits

• What You'll Gain* A rare opportunity to contribute to the launch and growth of an international fintech business in Saudi Arabia.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
• The chance to leverage your network and industry expertise to create measurable business impact.
• A highly visible role with significant influence on licensing success, regulatory engagement, and market expansion.
• Flexible engagement options with both full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Hiring Process* Two-stage interview process
• Video interviews available
• Immediate hiring requirement
• If you're passionate about fintech, regulatory affairs, strategic partnerships, and helping shape the future of financial services in Saudi Arabia, we'd love to hear from you.