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Safety Policy Manager, Legislation

4 days ago Washington, DC

Meta's Public Policy Team is looking for a Safety Policy Manager to help manage the Safety Policy team's legislative efforts.The candidate will have the skills and experience to review and analyze online safety legislation, with particular expertise in youth related legislation. In this role they will assess the meaning and implications of this legislation for the company and the industry, develop and help execute effective responses, and propose legislative options to our most pressing youth-related issues. They also will be able to develop the supporting rationale and messaging for advocacy.The candidate for this role should have a proven background and interest in youth online safety and well-being, particularly in legislative and regulatory matters. They will have the proven ability to evaluate the implications of legislation and regulation on our apps and services, specific features and functionality, and our company. They also will have the proven ability to engage collaboratively with internal stakeholders, including our product, program and legal teams, on the same and to work with external stakeholders when needed.Candidates should be dedicated, detail-oriented, strategic, resourceful, analytical, as well as knowledgeable about technology, technology policy issues, and related legislation and regulation. They also should believe in the positive value of technology. Candidates should have the ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with a variety of audiences including policy experts, legal experts, engineers, business colleagues, and company leadership. Candidates should write clearly, succinctly, and with the required detail for understanding and decision-making.

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Safety Policy Manager, Legislation Responsibilities:

  • Review, analyze and advise on online safety legislation - in particular, youth-related legislation covering a wide range of issues. Such work will include the development of suggested amendments to the legislation, when appropriate, and the rationale that supports any positions taken with regard to youth-related legislation
  • Evaluate the implications of youth-related legislation and regulation on our apps and services, specific features and functionality, and our company
  • and share learnings with the relevant policy, legal, product, and operational teams
  • Assist our public policy team in conveying the implications of proposed legislation to our apps and services (and the tech industry) to policymakers, thought leaders, advocates and civil society
  • Consider youth-related legislation within local, national, regional, and global contexts and provide insights and analysis to help shape our legislative and policy strategy, locally and globally. Support the ongoing development of our youth legislative strategy
Minimum Qualifications:
  • J.D. and Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years of experience in technology safety and policy issues and legislative review as well as an understanding of applicable regulatory and self-regulatory regimes
  • Knowledge of Meta apps, features, platform, and policies and operations, as well as knowledge of the online safety landscape
  • Demonstrated experience with communication, analytic, organizational, and writing skills
  • Demonstrated experience working in a deadline-focused environment, think and move quickly, juggle many different projects at once, work with multiple teams, find pragmatic and creative solutions to legislative, regulatory and business issues, provide concise and focused advice, and make sound judgments
  • Willingness to travel and to handle calls during different time zones
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with the Internet technology industry
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.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.

$151,000/year to $216,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Client-provided location(s): Washington, DC
Job ID: a1KDp00000E2du7MAB
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-09-23T19:55:55

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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