Government Affairs Lead - Middle East (UAE or Saudi Arabia based)
Core
Establish and strengthen Cohere's presence in the UAE and Saudi Arabia by shaping AI policy, digital transformation, and public-sector innovation.
Role type
Senior Government Affairs Lead (Middle East)
Builds
Strategic government engagement and policy advocacy for an enterprise AI company in the GCC.
Domain
Artificial Intelligence, Public Policy, Government Relations, Middle East (UAE/Saudi Arabia)
Deliverable
client delivery | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Government affairs strategy, stakeholder relationship building, policy analysis, regulatory monitoring, cross-functional collaboration, project execution
Preferred skills
Arabic language proficiency, existing GCC government relationships, enterprise software/AI sector experience, government procurement knowledge
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Develop and execute government affairs strategy for UAE and Saudi Arabia; build trusted relationships with ministries and regulators; monitor legislative and regulatory developments; support policy advocacy and business development; represent the company at industry forums; ensure compliance with local laws.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC