Sr. Government Relations Officer
talabat is seeking a senior government relations officer to manage licensing, compliance, and strategic relationships with key UAE authorities. The role involves acting as the primary point of contact for government bodies, resolving regulatory issues, and supporting business expansion. Candidates require deep experience navigating UAE bureaucracy and fluency in both Arabic and English. This is a high-impact position that coordinates across internal operations, legal, and leadership teams.
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Experience
5+ years
Function
Operations
Work mode
Onsite, United Arab Emirates
Company
Tier 2
What you will work on
talabat is seeking a senior government relations officer to manage licensing, compliance, and strategic relationships with key UAE authorities. The role involves acting as the primary point of contact for government bodies, resolving regulatory issues, and supporting business expansion. Candidates require deep experience navigating UAE bureaucracy and fluency in both Arabic and English. This is a high-impact position that coordinates across internal operations, legal, and leadership teams.
TAL's take
Clear, well-defined role at a major regional delivery platform with significant strategic impact.
Highly specific JD detailing exact government authorities, responsibilities, and clear performance expectations for the first year.
Must haves
- Deep UAE government relations experience
- Fluent Arabic and English
- 5+ years in government relations, public affairs, or regulatory compliance in the UAE
- Track record of managing multi-authority compliance
- Experience resolving government violations or disputes
About the company
Major regional player in delivery/q-commerce, widely recognized but not globally top-tier.
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