Manager, YouTube Business Public Policy, Government Affairs and Public Policy jobs in United States
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YouTube · 1 week ago

Manager, YouTube Business Public Policy, Government Affairs and Public Policy

YouTube is part of Google’s Government Affairs and Public Policy team, working to shape the future of technology and its intersection with public policy. As a Product and Business Policy Manager, you will lead advocacy campaigns and collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence policy positions impacting YouTube's products and business.

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Responsibilities

Lead and take ownership of the definition of policy positions through a cross-functional approach, design and implement advocacy campaigns and strategies on complex and strategic issues with less guidance
Guide analysis of and negotiating positions on regulatory or legislative proposals related to policy issues that impact YouTube’s product and business equities
Advise product and business teams on the public policy implications of initiatives during the product development and launch process
Develop solutions for government affairs and policy problems that may be ambiguous or lacking clear precedent
Lead and influence cross-functional teams, acting as a critical contributor who understands motivations and personalities of key stakeholders and uses this to shape the approach, without losing sight of Google’s equities and policy positions

Qualification

Public policy experienceTechnologyMedia policyCross-functional collaborationRegulatory negotiation skillsEmerging public policy trendsInvestigative skillsJudgmentOperate proactivelyOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
10 years of experience working on technology and media related policy issues within government, think tanks, public interest groups, or relevant industry associations
Experience working with product and business teams
Experience working on public policy issues in an Americas market

Preferred

Experience advising and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to design and deliver an exceptional work product
Knowledge of current and emerging public policy trends relating to Ads policy, telecommunications, financial fraud and abuse, and online content platforms
Ability to operate proactively in a fluid environment and a strong track record of executing cross-functional projects
Ability to exercise good judgment in a rapidly changing and fast-paced environment
Excellent investigative skills, including in assessing and negotiating regulatory or legislative proposals and texts

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
Sick Time: 40 hours/year (statutory, where applicable); 5 days/event (discretionary)
Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
Holidays: 13 paid days per year

Company

YouTube is a platform for sharing and watching videos, including movies, music clips, and amateur content.

H1B Sponsorship

YouTube has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$11.5M
Key Investors
Sequoia Capital
2006-10-01Acquired
2006-03-30Series Unknown· $8M
2005-11-01Series A· $3.5M

Leadership Team

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Neal Mohan
CEO
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Angela Courtin
Vice President, YouTube Marketing Brand, Creative, Culture & Media
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