Public Policy Manager

Overview

Make a real difference in how young people connect and engage online! Aquent is partnering with a leading global technology company seeking a passionate and driven Public Policy Manager to lead critical initiatives focused on youth online safety and well-being. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of online experiences for young users, collaborating with a team of experts dedicated to fostering a safer and more positive digital environment.

As a Public Policy Manager, you will be a key player in developing and implementing strategies that protect young people online. You’ll work cross-functionally with public affairs, legal, operations, and product teams to identify and mitigate online risks, and create effective solutions. Your expertise will inform content and product policies, tools, and resources that empower young users to navigate the digital world safely and confidently. This role offers a chance to make a tangible impact on a global scale, contributing to a safer and more inclusive online experience for millions.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to monitor, respond to, and anticipate youth online safety and well-being issues.
• Develop frameworks to proactively identify online risks, create mitigation strategies, and effectively communicate these strategies to cross-functional partners.
• Engage with expert stakeholders to inform content and product policies, tools, operational responses, programs, and resources.
• Advise and support teams on youth safety and well-being public policy, content and product policies, tools, operational responses, programs, communications, and resources.
• Partner with policy, operations, product, integrity, and program teams to empower users to safely build connections and communities.
• Represent the company in meetings with policymakers and key safety policy stakeholders.

Must-Haves:

• Proven ability to produce results under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills; detail-oriented with a solid work ethic.
• Experience working cross-functionally and building consensus across diverse teams.
• Experience working with policy stakeholders and policymakers.
• Ability to provide concise, business-focused advice and make sound judgments.
• Experience thriving in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Advanced degree in political science, policy, law, computer science, or a related field.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage product managers, engineers, researchers, and executives.
• Proficiency in drafting formal policy documentation for diverse audiences.
• Experience advising on AI technologies and online platforms.
• Experience handling escalations and time-sensitive issues.
• Ability to articulate policies and their rationale to various audiences.
• Experience in adversarial simulation and red-teaming methodologies.
• Understanding of AI policy and technology issues, including key stakeholders, research initiatives, and industry trends.

About Aquent Talent:
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Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.