Summary
Remitly is seeking a Policy and Regulatory Affairs Lead to represent the company with policymakers and government stakeholders across the GCC, with occasional support for the wider EMEA region. The role develops policy and government affairs strategies, assesses regulatory risks and opportunities, and coordinates advocacy with government officials, regulators, and industry associations. Applicants should have at least seven years of relevant policy advocacy or government affairs experience and a bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline. The position is based in Abu Dhabi and follows a hybrid schedule, with onsite work Tuesday through Thursday.
The posting
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Job Description:
At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we’ve tirelessly delivered on our promise to customers sending money globally, providing secure, simple, and reliable ways to manage their money, ensuring true peace of mind. Whether it’s supporting loved ones back home, growing a business across continents, or pursuing new opportunities abroad, we’re not just here to move money— we’re here to move our global customers forward.
We’re looking for builders, reimaginers, and global thinkers who want to work at the intersection of technology, trust, and transformation. If that’s you and you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career—we invite you to join over 2,800 passionate Remitlians worldwide who are united by our vision to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders.
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 Remitly's 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 company's 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 Bachelor's 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.
Under the Company's current hybrid-work expectations, employees in this position work onsite Tuesday through Thursday each week. Additional onsite attendance may be required based on business needs, and the Company may modify its hybrid-work expectations from time to time. 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.