Public Policy Manager - Platform Safety & Digital Policy - Brussels

Responsibilities

The Government Relations and Public Policy team covers a wide range of responsibilities: government affairs and government relations, policy and issue area expertise, crisis management and risk mitigation, outreach, engagement and partnerships. The mission of the team is to earn trust and prevent, manage, and mitigate political, legislative, and regulatory threats to TikTok.

Keeping our users safe online is a top priority for our company. We are seeking a dynamic Manager / Senior Manager for Platform Safety & Digital Policy to join our growing government affairs team in Brussels. This person will play a crucial role in advancing TikTok's mission by navigating the complex EU regulatory landscape.

The position requires expertise in relevant policy/legislative areas and public affairs experience in Brussels. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating sound judgment and a proactive approach to managing risks and opportunities in a rapidly-scaling business, with the ultimate goal of supporting a trusted online experience.

Responsibilities
- Develop a deep understanding of TikTok's online safety policies and content moderation practices;
- Stay abreast of emerging policy trends and EU legislative developments in the area of online safety, as it relates to a video sharing platform;
- Provide insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders on potential implications for TikTok's business and operations;
- Lead on the development of public policy positions and advocacy campaigns in Brussels, as well as organising relevant events, aligned with the business strategy;
- Build world class relationships with relevant stakeholders, including policy makers, legislators and business associations, to help achieve public policy goals;
- Manage relationships with agencies and relevant trade associations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
- Significant experience working in public affairs in Brussels;
- Excellent understanding of EU regulatory and policy issues impacting video sharing platforms in the area of digital safety and content regulation;
- Strong contact network in Brussels across the EU institutions;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Positive, with a can-do attitude
- A self-starter who can work independently but also highly values building strong relationships with teammates and cross-functional colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications
- Multi-lingual skills would be beneficial given the locality and nature of the work;
- Professional experience with digital content, video sharing and or social media platforms.