Senior Public Policy Manager

Senior Public Policy Manager – Australia & New Zealand 1 week ago – Be among the first 25 applicants Responsibilities Contribute to the development of public policy and political priorities for TikTok and drive advocacy with relevant Government officials and senior public servants at Federal and State level. Assess and communicate potential regulatory threats and opportunities, develop mitigation or enhancement strategies and policy positions, and coordinate external advocacy efforts, outreach programmes and key initiatives in concert with TikTok's business objectives. Arrange, lead, and participate in meetings and briefings for politicians and senior bureaucrats on the views of TikTok and be an effective advocate with public officials. Advance TikTok's policy positions directly where appropriate and through industry associations/coalitions to enable a transparent and technology informed regulatory environment at a national level for the growth of TikTok. Work collaboratively and transparently with TikTok business units to ensure alignment between core business priorities and public policy goals. Qualifications Substantial experience working in the public or private sector on public policy development, preferably in the technology, digital transformation and/or communications area. Strong teamwork and communication skills: working effectively & collaboratively with other departments, including legal, product teams, and public relations functions, to define needs, alignment and path for collaboration. Outstanding judgement, diplomacy and advocacy skills, and creativity. Discipline, self‑drive and the ability to work in a fast‑paced, demanding and often uncertain environment. Bachelor's Degree. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated ability to contribute to and lead in the development of public policy initiatives and/or participating in the review of existing public policies. Experience working with relevant technology policy issues in AUNZ. Team player, with deep experience working with cross‑functional teams, influencing and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to successfully implement programs and initiatives. Established reputation and network of contacts among key data policy decision‑makers across government, civil society, academia and NGOs. Strong research and analytical skills: taking complex situations and effectively communicating their implications for the company, and championing the needs and priorities of the public policy function to company leadership. About TikTok 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, with offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo. Why Join Us Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy – a mission we work towards every day. We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us. Diversity & Inclusion 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, we celebrate our diverse voices and aim to reflect the many communities we reach. Acknowledgment of Country In the spirit of reconciliation, TikTok acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. #J-18808-Ljbffr