Regulatory Affairs & Strategic Partnerships Manager
Posted 13 days ago
Shape the Future of Fintech in Saudi Arabia
Regulatory Affairs & Strategic Partnerships Manager
📍 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | On-Site
🕒 Full-Time or Part-Time
What if your next career move wasn't about maintaining an existing operation—but helping build one from the ground up?
Our client, a rapidly growing international technology company operating within the cross-border payments and e-commerce ecosystem, is expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia and seeking a well-connected regulatory and banking professional to play a pivotal role in this exciting market-entry journey.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who understands the Saudi financial landscape, has experience navigating regulatory environments, and wants to directly influence the launch and growth of a global fintech business in the Kingdom.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This is more than a compliance or regulatory role.
You'll be the local face of the business, working directly with regulators, banking institutions, payment providers, and strategic partners to help establish and scale operations in one of the world's most dynamic fintech markets.
If you've ever wanted the opportunity to leverage your network, expertise, and industry knowledge to build something meaningful from the ground up, this role offers exactly that.
Requirements
What You'll Be Doing
Lead 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.
Requirements
✔ 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
We're looking for someone who brings more than technical expertise.
You are a trusted industry professional with a strong local network, commercial awareness, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. You know how to build credibility with regulators, establish strategic partnerships, and drive critical initiatives independently.
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.
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