As Public Policy Manager, Data Policy (EU) you will be responsible for engaging and partnering with policymakers, regulators, academia and other non-governmental groups in the field of data policy, in support of our consumer-centric business model. You will do so at the highest levels of government, policy-making and economic regulation community to ensure Amazon can continue providing an innovative and consumer-centric experience. You will lead external advocacy efforts, outreach programmes, partnerships, and initiatives in support of these objectives. You must be able to manage and drive complex projects, and provide clear and confident guidance, including in situations of high ambiguity. You will need to demonstrate an astute understanding of the public policy and regulatory environment for policy and regulation. You will coordinate Amazon’s engagement with relevant industry associations and wider coalitions, as well as think tanks and policy-making organisations; and manage consultancy support.
You will be able to manage and drive complex projects, but are also able to operate respectfully and collaboratively within wider regional and international structures. The Public Policy Manager will work closely with Amazon’s public policy, public relations, legal, and business functions to establish the public policy engagement and advocacy agenda and advise relevant business units on the regulatory agenda. You will be able to coordinate efficiently, effectively, and cross-functionally, across Amazon’s business, locally and globally, to develop, align and implement appropriate positioning and engagement strategies. Working closely with the International Public Policy central team in Seattle, the Senior Public Policy Manager will monitor and report on relevant legislative and regulatory activity, develop positioning and mitigation/engagement strategies, draft collateral, and coordinate external advocacy efforts, outreach programs, and key initiatives in concert with business objectives.
The Public Policy Manager will be willing to travel internationally, based on business need.
The position is based in Brussels.
