Policy & Regulatory Affairs Lead, GCC

Job Description:

About the Role

As the Policy and Regulatory Affairs (PRA) lead for the region you will represent Remitly before policymakers and government stakeholders in the GCC region reporting into the PRA Head of EMEA. As business needs arise you will also provide ad hoc support in the wider EMEA region. The successful candidate will proactively develop strategies to enable business priorities in the GCC build relationships with key policymakers government stakeholders and influential third parties and will interface directly with the relevant business teams to be able to authoritatively represent all aspects of Remitlys business in the region. An entrepreneurial spirit willingness to deeply understand cross border payments issues and regulations and experience with policy maker engagement are required.

You Will:

• Develop lead and implement public policy and government affairs strategies for Remitly designed to drive outcomes in financial services policy that beneficially impact our business and our customers.

• Advance the companys policy positions directly and through industry associations to enable a competitive and fintech-friendly regulatory environment and raise awareness among government officials policymakers and regulators about Remitly our business and public policy positions that will work to enhance the speed safety and reduce the cost of remittances.

• Evaluate and report on potential regulatory risks and opportunities develop mitigation or enhancement strategies and policy positions and coordinate external advocacy and outreach programs and key initiatives.

• Facilitate meetings between Remitly executives and key stakeholders including government officials regulators and industry associations to promote advocacy positions.

• Work collaboratively and transparently with the business to ensure alignment between public policy goals and core business objectives.

• Participate and contribute to GCC focused trade associations and other industry groups to advance policy and thought-leadership outcomes.
  

You Have:

• 7 years of experience working directly with policymakers or representing a company organization (e.g. trade or industry association) on policy advocacy and government affairs matters with policymakers and government stakeholders at the national and local levels.

• A Bachelors degree or higher in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law Political Science Public Policy Public Affairs Economic Development).

• Experience with executive stakeholder management influencing outcomes and summarizing complex information and messaging.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills Arabic language skills a bonus.

Our Benefits:

• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance & Income Protection

• Housing Allowance

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Commuter Reimbursement

• Mental Health & Family Forming benefits

• Learning & development benefits

Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation Together

At Remitly we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster. For corporate team members we have an in-office expectation of at least 50% of the time monthly typically achieved by coming in three days a week. This creates a consistent meaningful overlap that supports team norms and business needs. Managers also have the flexibility to set higher expectations based on their teams specific needs. These intentional in-office moments are vital for deepening relationships fueling creativity and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

At Remitly we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.