Public Policy Manager IV

Ursus, Inc.; Texas; Remote; USD 92,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Ursus, Inc. is seeking a Public Policy Manager IV to collaborate with engineering, product, operations, and regulatory readiness teams to identify compliance gaps and co-design scalable solutions.

You will engage policy, legal, and integrity teams to build consensus on compliance frameworks. The role requires seven to ten years in public policy, strong stakeholder engagement, and experience directing cross-functional programs across domestic and international jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Seven to ten years of relevant public policy experience.
• Experience with internet technologies, data privacy, security, and content regulation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineering, product, operations, and regulatory readiness teams to identify compliance gaps.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives across policy, product, legal, and operations to align workstreams.
• Engage internal stakeholders to build consensus on compliance frameworks.
• Track progress against regulatory objectives.

Skills

Policy & legislative analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Global compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law/Public Policy/Human Rights

Job description

Job Title: Public Policy Manager IV

Location: Remote

Duration: Through 04/30/2027

Pay Range: $67 -$77/hr.

MUST HAVE SKILLS

• Policy and Legislative Analysis: A minimum of seven years of experience in the policy space, handling both US and global issues, with a preference for a government or congressional background.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Negotiation: Ability to work cross-functionally across various teams (such as product, engineering, and risk) with strong negotiation skills.
• Global Compliance and Problem-Solving: Experience supporting compliance efforts globally and acting as a problem-solver who can identify when issues need escalation.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS

• Government or Congressional Experience: A preference for candidates with a background in government or congressional roles.
• International Experience: Global or international experience is noted as particularly valuable for handling global issues.

COMPANY

Our client is a Fortune 500 multinational technology company headquartered in Menlo Park, CA.

POSITION SUMMARY

Partner with engineering, product, operations, and regulatory readiness teams to identify compliance gaps and co-design scalable solutions. Engage internal stakeholders and subject matter experts across policy, legal, and integrity teams to build consensus on compliance frameworks. Coordinate cross-functional initiatives across policy, product, legal, and operational units to align workstreams, manage strategic priorities, and track progress against regulatory objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Public Policy, Human Rights, or a related discipline.
• Seven to ten years of relevant experience within public policy or public institutions, including regulatory authorities, legislative bodies, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, or advocacy groups.
• Demonstrated expertise in policy domains related to internet technologies, data privacy, security, user safety, and content moderation, with an emphasis on content regulation and freedom of expression.
• Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and policy advocacy, with strong written and oral presentation skills.
• Experience directing cross-functional projects and programs across domestic or international jurisdictions.
• Exemplary discretion and judgment when handling sensitive issues and confidential information.

EXPERIENCE

• 7+ Years of Experience

EDUCATION

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Public Policy, Human Rights, or a related discipline.

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BENEFITS SUMMARY

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.

FAIR CHANCE POLICY

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.