Lead Public Policy Manager

The Lead Public Policy Manager will establish and manage Pinterest’s Political Action Committee (PAC), collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to manage and track global legislative developments, and help shape the global public policy strategy that drives Pinterest’s advocacy work forward. The Lead Public Policy Manager will operate independently across multiple initiatives and bring a commitment to detail and deep understanding of both public policy and political engagement.

What you’ll do:

• Political Engagement: Establish and oversee Pinterest’s PAC, build strategic relationships with political campaigns, and lead PAC-related activities. 

• Public Policy Programs: Oversee the tracking and management of global legislative issues and co-ordinate collaboration and interdependencies.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Analyze, assess, and share policy updates and align on action items with product, trust & safety, legal, and communications teams. Work with a range of teams inside Pinterest to align strategies and communicate timely updates and insights on worldwide policy trends to inform decision-making.

• Policy Strategy & Thought Leadership: Advise on our global policy narratives, ensuring Pinterest’s voice is heard on key issues like online safety, AI, content moderation, and privacy. Monitor key legislative and regulatory developments across global markets. 

• Advocacy & Representation: Represent Pinterest at government affairs forums, industry associations, and public events.

• Reporting & Analysis: Produce PAC and public policy reports and presentations for senior leaders.

What we’re looking for:

• Tech, or media/telecommunications experience required. 

• Experience: 5+ years in government affairs, policy analysis, or a related field (within government, think tanks, public interest groups, law, or industry associations).

• PAC Knowledge: Familiarity with U.S. campaign finance rules and PAC regulations a plus.

• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly.

• Collaboration & Judgment: Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, build consensus, and make informed decisions.

• Policy Expertise: In-depth understanding of tech policy, including online safety, content moderation, privacy, and AI (knowledge of global policy trends would be a plus).

• Analytical Skills: Ability to monitor, interpret, and synthesize complex legislative proposals for executive audiences (knowledge of AI-led working tools would be a plus).

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field such as Public Policy, or equivalent experience. 

Relocation Statement:

• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.

In-Office Requirement Statement:

• We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.

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