Senior Manager, Government Relations and Public Policy - DACH - AI and Privacy

Responsibilities

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

We are looking for someone who is passionate about Internet entertainment services, with a profound knowledge of the regulatory and (geo-)political landscape concerning AI and privacy with a business acumen for digital produts and services. You will become part of a global public policy team committed to delivering our vision for a safe, joyful and creative platform. You will be dealing with the most interesting public policy challenges of our time, helping contribute to the success of the company. The position requires expertise in relevant policy/legislative areas and a robust network in respective political and civil society communities. 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 safe experience.

The ideal candidate should be a highly flexible problem-solver with strong communication skills and will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating sound judgment and a proactive approach to managing risks and unlocking opportunities, helping contribute to the success of the company.

You will become part of a global public policy team committed to delivering our vision for a safe, joyful and creative platform. You will be dealing with the most interesting public policy challenges of our time, helping contribute to the success of the company. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping public policy and government relations strategies in highly dynamic markets.

This role will be based in Berlin, Germany.

• Strategic Advocacy: Develop and advocate for TikTok's positions on key AI and privacy issues and opportunities, aligning them with our principles while incorporating DACH's specific markets needs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and maintain relationships with government officials, regulators, industry and trade associations, academia and NGOs to advocate for the company’s interests and influence policy outcomes.
• Policy Analysis: Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments across the focus areas of AI and privacy, including data and digital sovereignty and cross-border data transfers, privacy enhancing technologies, and cybersecurity, and assessing their impact on the company’s operations and providing strategic recommendations.
• Representation: Represent the company at governmental meetings, public hearings, industry conferences, and other relevant events, articulating the company’s positions on various policy issues.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Legal, Product, and other relevant teams to provide expert guidance on AI and privacy related policy matters, ensuring responsible product development and compliance with evolving/upcoming regulations.
• Reporting and Compliance: Provide regular reports on AI and privacy policy developments, advocacy efforts, and potential risks to address public policy concerns.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: Significant relevant experience in government relations, public policy, or a related field, with a strong understanding of political and regulatory environments in AI, privacy, international data flows and geo-politics.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Language Skills: Fluency in German and English, both written and verbal.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities to assess complex policy issues and their implications for the business.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Relationship Management: Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, politicians, industry leaders, think tanks, trade organisations, academia and NGOs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with AI and the associated policy and regulatory questions (privacy, copyright, cybersecurity, etc.);
• Demonstrated interest and/or experience working in a tech environment (company or other organisation);
• Experience working independently and a passion for tracking big challenges;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong research, analysis, and project management abilities;
• Strong teamwork skills;
• Motivation to learn and grow, as well as motivate and inspire others.
• Willingness to travel within DACH and occasionally to other European locations as required.

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, and we also have 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, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.