Senior Government Affairs Specialist

About Us

51Talk, a publicly listed multinational company, is a global leader in online English education, connecting learners with certified teachers for personalized, one-on-one lessons. Established in 2011, we leverage innovative technology to deliver high-quality, affordable language education to students worldwide.

Responsibilities:

Government Relations Management & Communication

• Establish and maintain long-term, stable cooperative relationships with relevant government departments, including the Ministry of Education (MOE) , Ministry of Investment (MISA) , Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) , and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) .
• Represent the company at government meetings and industry seminars to clearly communicate the company's position and business value.
• Provide internal updates on government policy trends and offer communication strategies or contingency plans for key issues.

2. Policy Analysis & Compliance Support

• Continuously track, collect, and analyze Saudi laws, regulations, and policy trends relevant to the company’s business (specifically in education, technology, foreign investment, and data protection ).
• Draft policy analysis reports, interpret the impact of policies on business operations, and provide strategic recommendations to management.
• Ensure that business operations, marketing activities, and products comply with all local Saudi laws and regulatory requirements.

3. Strategic Project Support

• Assist business departments in designing integration plans for government-led initiatives (such as educational digitalization and language training ) to drive cooperation opportunities.
• Provide guidance and support during government tenders, qualification applications, and licensing processes.

4. Internal Collaboration & Training

• Act as a Government Affairs expert, providing consultation and training to internal teams (Marketing, Product, Legal, etc.) regarding the Saudi policy environment.
• Coordinate internal resources to respond efficiently to government inquiries or surveys.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a well-known Saudi or top-tier international university. Majors in Public Policy, International Relations, Law, Business, or Education are preferred.
• Min 3+ years of experience in external affairs, working with Saudi government departments, public institutions, multinational corporate government affairs teams, or reputable consulting firms.
• Experience working with the Saudi Ministry of Education or other education/training-related government sectors is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with the Saudi government structure, decision-making processes, and the policy-making environment, backed by an established professional network.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Strong capacity for policy research, analysis, and written reporting.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strategic thinking.
• Integrity, dedication, and a high level of professional sensitivity and confidentiality.
• Ability to work both independently and as a highly effective team collaborator.