Responsibilities
Location: Berlin, Munich, or Hamburg
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 seeking a dynamic Economic and E-Commerce Public Policy professional to join our Government Relations and Public Policy team. This person will play a crucial role in advancing TikTok's mission by navigating complex regulatory landscapes in the areas of economic, e-commerce, competition, and consumer policy. The position requires expertise in relevant policy/legislative areas and public affairs experience in DACH.
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 to drive awareness of TikTok's value for local economies, small and medium sized businesses, and consumers.
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.
Responsibilities
- Stay abreast of emerging policy trends and legislative developments in economic and consumer policy space in general and the e-commerce space in particular;
- Provide insights and advise to internal stakeholders on potential implications for TikTok’s business and operations;
- Lead on the development of public policy positions and advocacy campaigns in DACH, 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 in the areas of economic, e-commerce, competition, and consumer policy;
- Manage relationships with agencies and relevant trade associations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- 5 years of experience working in public policy and advocacy work, and a strong understanding of what makes effective government relations and public policy strategies successful.
- Strong relationships with key stakeholders in the policy areas in focus;
- Deep understanding of legislative, public policy and regulatory issues affecting e-commerce / online marketplaces / competition / consumer policy;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Fluent in German and English (Will partner externally with German officials plus English is the working language of the company);
- Strong research, analysis, and project management abilities;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated interest and/or experience working in a tech environment (company or other organisation);
- Professional network and experience in Austria and/or Switzerland would be advantageous.
- Experience working independently and a passion for tracking big challenges;
- Strong teamwork skills;
- Motivation to learn and grow, as well as motivate and inspire others;
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.
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Hamburg,
Full Time