Head of Central Policy

VOI Technology; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

VOI is seeking a Head of Central Policy to own company-wide policy positions and the EU agenda, aligning local market needs with the overall direction. You will influence safety, regulatory topics and tender criteria while building cross-market priorities with local policy teams and General Managers.

You will steer evidence-based messaging with Analytics, Product and Communications, collaborate with European institutions, industry groups and partners, and lead the Central Policy team to stay

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law, political science, public policy, business, economics, communications or similar.
• In-house experience in public policy, government affairs or regulatory affairs, with ownership of positions and decisions, ideally within a growing tech industry.
• Experience developing policy strategy that translates into actionable initiatives, communication plans and best practices that scale across multiple markets.
• Experience driving large-scale, cross-functional projects and change through others. Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing senior leaders and external partners.
• Professional fluency in English.
• Experience using AI in a role-specific context, with a focus on continuously improving output quality.

Responsibilities

• Policy Strategy & Risk: Set Voi's company-wide policy strategy and build a clear view of regulatory risks and opportunities.
• Common Positions: Own Voi's positions on safety, parking and other key regulatory questions, and develop the materials local teams can adapt to their markets.
• EU & Industry: Represent Voi with European institutions, industry associations and working groups, and work continuously to strengthen the partnerships that influence the future of shared mobility.
• Cross-market Alignment: Partner with the local Policy teams and General Managers to set priorities that align with Voi's overall policy positions.
• Evidence & Messaging: Work with Analytics, Product and Communications to turn data and market insights into clear evidence and arguments that strengthen our policy messaging and advocacy positions.
• Tenders & Licensing: Work with the local teams and the central Tender team to shape regulatory frameworks and future criteria for tenders and licence renewals.
• Collaboration & Team: Lead and develop the Central Policy team and work across functions to act proactively on upcoming policy changes.

Skills

Policy leadership

People management

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

English fluency

AI in policy context

Education

Bachelor's degree in law, political science, public policy, business, economics, communications or similar

Job description

YOUR MISSION AT VOI

As Head of Central Policy, you'll own Voi's company-wide policy positions and EU agenda, and set the cross-market priorities that align local needs with our overall direction. You'll work closely with our local markets to build on their successful initiatives and drive the continuous development that allows us to scale and stay ahead of what's coming for the industry in the EU. In this position, you'll have a direct impact on our biggest growth levers, which shape the business performance and the products and services you see on the streets. Your responsibilities will include:

• Policy Strategy & Risk: Set Voi's company-wide policy strategy and build a clear view of regulatory risks and opportunities.
• Common Positions: Own Voi's positions on safety, parking and other key regulatory questions, and develop the materials local teams can adapt to their markets.
• EU & Industry: Represent Voi with European institutions, industry associations and working groups, and work continuously to strengthen the partnerships that influence the future of shared mobility.
• Cross-market Alignment: Partner with the local Policy teams and General Managers to set priorities that align with Voi's overall policy positions.
• Evidence & Messaging: Work with Analytics, Product and Communications to turn data and market insights into clear evidence and arguments that strengthen our policy messaging and advocacy positions.
• Tenders & Licensing: Work with the local teams and the central Tender team to shape regulatory frameworks and future criteria for tenders and licence renewals.
• Collaboration & Team: Lead and develop the Central Policy team and work across functions to act proactively on upcoming policy changes.

WHAT YOU NEED TO EMBARK

We're looking for an experienced policy leader who combines strong people skills and strategic thinking with the ability to drive change across markets and functions. In addition to this, we believe the right person has:

• Bachelor's degree in law, political science, public policy, business, economics, communications or similar.
• In-house experience in public policy, government affairs or regulatory affairs, with ownership of positions and decisions, ideally within a growing tech industry.
• Experience developing policy strategy that translates into actionable initiatives, communication plans and best practices that scale across multiple markets.
• Experience driving large-scale, cross-functional projects and change through others.Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing senior leaders and external partners.
• Professional fluency in English.
• Experience using AI in a role-specific context, with a focus on continuously improving output quality.

WHY VOI?

Working at Voi is more than just a job; our People Promise includes a personal voyage where you will grow as a professional and be a part of a team and culture that builds something meaningful for society. In addition to this, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Join Europe's #1 micromobility operator and one of the fastest-growing scaleups.
• Get "skin in the game" through our employee stock options programme and play a key role in Voi's continued success across Europe.
• Shape the regulatory landscape behind our growth, with real influence on how Voi scales across markets.
• Collaborate with inspiring, motivated and fun colleagues towards a common goal.
• Join the micromobility revolution and be a part of creating sustainable cities made for living, free from noise and pollution.