Public Policy & Government Affairs manager, eCommerce - Southern Europe

TikTok; Milano; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading social media platform is looking for an eCommerce Public Policy professional in Milano, Italy, to navigate complex regulatory landscapes. The ideal candidate will have extensive public policy experience and strong communication skills, able to engage with stakeholders across Southern Europe. Responsibilities include monitoring policy trends, providing insights, and leading advocacy efforts. The role offers an exciting opportunity to shape public policy in a dynamic tech environment.

Competenze

• Substantial experience in public policy and advocacy work.
• Deep understanding of legislative issues related to e-commerce.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Mansioni

• Monitor emerging policy trends and legislative developments.
• Provide insights on implications for the business.
• Lead public policy positions and advocate in Southern Europe.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to meet policy goals.
• Manage relationships with relevant agencies and associations.

Conoscenze

Public policy experience

Excellent communication skills

Research and analysis

Project management

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish or Italian

Descrizione del lavoro

The Government Relations and Public Policy team covers a wide range of responsibilities: government affairs and government relations; policy and issue area expertise; risk and crisis management and mitigation; outreach, coalitions, and partnerships. The mission of the team is to earn trust and prevent, manage, and mitigate political, legislative, and regulatory threats to TikTok.

We are seeking a dynamic eCommerce Public Policy professional to join our Government Relations and Public Policy team in Southern Europe. This person will play a crucial role in advancing TikTok's mission by navigating complex regulatory landscapes in the areas of eCommerce and consumer policy. The position requires expertise in relevant policy / legislative areas and public affairs experience in Southern Europe, and in particular Italy and Spain. The ideal candidate should be a highly flexible problem-solver with strong communication skills and will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating sound judgment and a proactive approach to managing risks and unlocking opportunities to drive awareness of TikTok's value for local economies, small and medium sized businesses, and consumers. You will become part of a global public policy team committed to delivering our vision for a safe, joyful and creative platform. You will be dealing with the most interesting public policy challenges of our time, helping contribute to the success of the company.

Responsibilities

• Stay abreast of emerging policy trends and legislative developments in the eCommerce policy space;
• Provide insights and advice to internal stakeholders on the potential implications for TikTok’s business and operations;
• Lead on the development of public policy positions and advocacy campaigns in Southern Europe, aligned with the business strategy;
• Build world class relationships with relevant stakeholders, including policy makers, legislators and business associations, to help achieve public policy goals in the areas of e-commerce and consumer policy;
• Manage relationships with agencies and relevant trade associations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Substantial experience working in public policy and advocacy work in the region, and a strong understanding of what effective government relations and public policy strategies successful.
• Deep understanding of legislative, public policy and regulatory issues affecting e-commerce / online marketplaces / consumer policy;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Fluent in English (working language of the company) + either Spanish and / or Italian for engaging with market contacts;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong research, analysis, and project management abilities;
• Motivation to learn and grow, as well as motivate and inspire others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong relationships & professional networks across southern Europe for the the policy areas in focus;
• Demonstrated interest and / or experience working in a tech environment (company or other organisation);
• Experience working independently and a passion for tracking big challenges.