Public Policy Manager, Global Institution Engagement - London
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Responsibilities
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and its offices include New York, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us:
Creation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible.
Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day.
To us, every challenge, no matter how difficult, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always.
At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve. Join us.
About the team:
The Global Public Policy team's work spans a broad and diverse range of functions and workstreams, including government affairs and government relations; policy, product, and issue area expertise; risk and crisis management and mitigation; outreach, coalitions, and partnerships; and philanthropy. The mission of the Global Public Policy team is to prevent, manage, and mitigate political, legislative, and regulatory threats and to promote a political, legislative, and regulatory environment that supports growth and innovation for our business.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a strategic engagement plan with international organizations such as the United Nations, World Economic Forum, OECD, and others, to position TikTok as a key partner in addressing global challenges and advancing digital policy discussions.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within these organizations, including senior leadership, policy experts, and program managers, to identify partnership opportunities and drive collaboration.
- Represent TikTok at major global conferences and events organized by international organisations, advocating for TikTok's policies and initiatives, and leveraging these platforms to raise awareness of TikTok's contributions to the global community.
- Collaborate closely with internal cross-functional teams, including Public Policy, Trust & Safety, Communications, CSR, Legal, and Product, to align engagement efforts with TikTok's broader strategic objectives.
- Stay abreast of emerging policy trends and developments at the international level, providing insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders on potential implications for TikTok's business and operations.
- Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and presentations for senior executives to support their participation in high-level engagements and events with international organizations and forums.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience in global public policy, government relations, international affairs, or a related field, with a focus on engaging with international organizations and multilateral institutions.
- Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Law, or a related field.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute comprehensive engagement plans that support business objectives.
- Proven track record of successfully building and managing relationships with senior stakeholders in the public sector, international organizations, or multinational corporations, within a multi-stakeholder setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of global policy issues related to technology, digital governance, privacy, and content regulation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex policy issues clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.