Government Affairs and Policy Manager
GSK
Date: 8 hours ago
City: Riyadh
Contract type: Full time

Site Name: Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
Posted Date: Oct 9 2025
GSK Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting Vision 2030 and the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudization in line with the hiring and the training and development of Saudi National capability.
Job Purpose
The Government Affairs and Policy Manager will be responsible for developing and executing GSK's government relations and public policy strategies in Saudi Arabia. This role will focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with key government stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and industry associations to advance GSK's business objectives and ensure a favorable policy environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Government Relations
Basic Qualifications
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
This is an on-site role based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Travel across the assigned territory may be required.
How To Apply
If you’re ready to join us in this impactful role, apply today! Together, we’ll get ahead of disease and shape the future of healthcare.
Closing Date: 23 October 2025
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
Contact information:
You may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button.
Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies
GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.
Posted Date: Oct 9 2025
GSK Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting Vision 2030 and the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudization in line with the hiring and the training and development of Saudi National capability.
Job Purpose
The Government Affairs and Policy Manager will be responsible for developing and executing GSK's government relations and public policy strategies in Saudi Arabia. This role will focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with key government stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and industry associations to advance GSK's business objectives and ensure a favorable policy environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Government Relations
- Develop and implement comprehensive government relations strategies to support GSK's business goals in Saudi Arabia.
- Identify and engage with key government stakeholders, including ministries, regulatory authorities, and other relevant public sector entities.
- Monitor and analyze political, legislative, and regulatory developments that could impact GSK's operations.
- Advocate for GSK's positions on key policy issues, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and public tenders.
- Prepare policy briefs, position papers, and other advocacy materials to influence policy decisions.
- Represent GSK in industry associations, working groups, and coalitions to shape policy discussions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials, policymakers, and influencers.
- Organize and participate in meetings, conferences, and events to promote GSK's interests and enhance the company's visibility.
- Facilitate communication between GSK and government stakeholders to address regulatory and policy issues.
- Collaborate with GSK's regulatory affairs team to ensure compliance with local regulations and facilitate product approvals.
- Provide insights and guidance on regulatory changes and their potential impact on GSK's business.
- Support the development and submission of regulatory documents and applications.
- Understand the healthcare transformation in Saudi Arabia and its implications on GSK's business.
- Stay up to date with regard to policies and reforms in Saudi Arabia's healthcare sector.
- Provide strategic advice on how to navigate and leverage these changes to benefit GSK.
- Create a comprehensive stakeholder map considering GSK's business interests.
- Develop and execute an engagement plan with key stakeholders to advance GSK's objectives.
- Identify opportunities for partnerships and collaborations with the government and other key players.
- Develop and execute partnership ideas with government entities to support GSK's strategic goals.
- Foster collaborations that enhance GSK's presence and impact in the healthcare sector.
- Act as the focal point for GSK with US chambers and other organizations to serve GSK's objectives.
- Represent GSK in external forums, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic priorities.
- Sustain GSK's tender business by ensuring compliance with license to operate government mandates.
- Work closely with relevant internal teams to ensure all tender requirements are met and maintained.
- Work closely with GSK's local and regional teams, including commercial, legal, and government affairs, to align government affairs and policy initiatives with business objectives.
- Provide strategic advice and updates to senior management on government relations and policy matters.
- Coordinate with Emerging markets government affairs and policy teams to ensure consistency and alignment.
Basic Qualifications
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:
- Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, law, business administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or a related role
- In depth understanding of the political and regulatory landscape in Saudi Arabia
- Proven track record of successful government relations and policy advocacy
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
- Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, PhD)
- Experience in similar roles in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry
- Knowledge of public policy and regulatory processes
- Understanding of healthcare and pharmaceutical industry regulations
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and policymakers
- Fluency in Arabic both written and spoken
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Strategic thinking
- Negotiation and lobbying skills
- Analytical and research capabilities
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Project management and organizational skills
- Adaptability
This is an on-site role based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Travel across the assigned territory may be required.
How To Apply
If you’re ready to join us in this impactful role, apply today! Together, we’ll get ahead of disease and shape the future of healthcare.
Closing Date: 23 October 2025
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
Contact information:
You may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button.
Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies
GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.
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