Senior Manager, External Affair

Job Description

REQUIREMENTS

• Several years of experience working in external affairs (public affairs agency, in-house role, trade body), or in government or a financial services regulator.
• A strong understanding of the UAE political and regulatory machinery, with an ability to navigate the local landscape effectively.
• A proven ability to build deep relationships and influence decisions.
• The ability to analyse complex technical policy and create actionable strategies (you do not need to be a financial services expert but you must prove that you have the ability to understand a new and complex subject quickly).
• A track record of keeping calm under pressure.
• A practical, solutions-oriented focus and enthusiasm for taking on new challenges.
• Impeccable written communication skills to be able to deliver a message succinctly.
• Being comfortable using data is a strong advantage.
• Fluency in business Arabic (spoken and written) is a strong advantage.
• Previous fintech, payments, software, e-commerce and/or bank experience is desirable but not essential.
• Experience working in a startup or other fast-paced and dynamic environment is desirable but not essential.

RESPONSIBILITES

• Build relationships: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with regulators, government bodies and relevant third parties. You will ensure our client is viewed as a strategic partner.
• Regulatory affairs: Work with the Legal and Compliance team to handle regulatory enquiries, with a particular focus on narrative and positioning.
• Advocacy: You will design and execute advocacy campaigns to secure our client’s regulatory priorities, delivering positive commercial outcomes.
• Public policy: Analyse legislation to understand opportunities and risks.
• Influence fintech policy in the MENA region before it becomes law.
• Narrative: Craft a UAE specific external narrative and then tell our client’s story.
• Industry advocacy: Represent our client in industry associations, forums and conferences.

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