Reality Labs Policy Manager

Meta; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 158,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Reality Labs Policy Manager to shape the future of wearable technology and the metaverse. This role involves creating strategies to influence global policy while building partnerships with external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and organization, navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of technology, where your contributions will help define the next generation of immersive experiences. If you are passionate about technology policy and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public policy experience, ideally in tech.
• Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute engagement strategies for global policy.
• Track regulatory proposals and steer outcomes for the metaverse.

Skills

Public Policy

Technology Policy

Communication Skills

Project Management

Coalition Building

Education

JD Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

The team's mission is to prepare the world for the next generation of wearable products and experiences as we build toward the metaverse. This person will create strategy to drive convergence between external policy expectations and the next generation of products being developed across Reality Labs by building external coalitions and feedback loops for use cases such as cross-platform AI-powered metaverse experiences. The Manager will build partnerships with external stakeholders to shape the legislative and regulatory environment. The ideal candidate is a constant learner, skilled at prioritizing, well-organized, can navigate ambiguity, juggle multiple tasks/timelines at once, and excited by new technologies. This candidate will be familiar with global regulatory frameworks in areas like privacy and accessibility and have a meaningful understanding of stakeholders and perspectives in the policy community. This person is a great writer, communicator, and organizer who has experience working collaboratively with executives, engineering/product teams, and policy colleagues alike and consistently delivers high-quality work under pressure.

Reality Labs Policy Manager Responsibilities

Develop and execute on an engagement strategy to influence global policy environment norms of the policy communities around new products and features like contextual AI and cross-platform immersive social experiences

Identify external policy champions to advocate for the value and innovativeness of our XR devices and experiences

Work with internal RL champions to develop frameworks, guide continued development, and ensure compelling use cases are prioritized.

Track and shape regulatory proposals, work with legislative and regional teams on drafting positions and steer outcomes to unlock metaverse use cases globally

Minimum Qualifications

JD degree, Master's degree, or equivalent practical tech policy experience.

5+years of experience public policy experience (2+ years of experience with advanced degree in similar field)

Familiarity with public policy issues governing consumer electronics including XR devices and immersive social experiences

Background in technology policy and interest in new and emerging technology

Experience with creating and communicating policy analysis

Experience prioritizing multiple simultaneous projects under tight deadlines

Experience communicating publicly to policy audiences

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with global legislative and regulatory environment impacting privacy and AI

Experience planning and executing global cross-functional initiatives

Experience coalition-building and working with external stakeholders

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About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

$158,000/year to $228,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

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