Head of Public Policy, APAC

Job description

Snap Inc (https://www.snap.com/en-US/) is a technology company.

We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate.

Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.

The Company’s three core products are Snapchat (https://www.snapchat.com/) , a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio (https://ar.snap.com/lens-studio) , an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles (https://www.spectacles.com/) .

The Global Policy and Platform Operations team safeguards Snap’s community and business by developing strong internal policies, shaping responsible global regulation, and ensuring trusted, scalable platform operations.

Our mission is to uphold safety, integrity, and privacy while navigating complex regulatory environments, fostering strong partnerships, and serving a dynamic community.

By aligning public policy leadership with operational excellence, we empower Snap to innovate responsibly, protect our community, and earn the trust of governments, partners, and users worldwide.

The Global Policy and Platform Operations team values diversity and knows it powers us as we build an innovative and inclusive leadership culture centered on Snap's values of Kind, Smart, and Creative.

We’re looking for a Head of Public Policy, Asia-Pacific (APAC), to join Snap Inc.!

What you’ll do:

+ Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of public policy professionals across the APAC region, including team members in India and Australia.
+ Serve as a key member of both Snap’s APAC leadership team and the Global Public Policy senior leadership team, shaping and informing company strategy.
+ Develop and execute a public policy strategy for the region that proactively identifies and addresses key legislative and regulatory issues impacting Snap.
+ Establish and deepen relationships with key policymakers, regulators, trade associations, and non-governmental organizations to advocate for Snap's interests and shape policy outcomes.
+ Work closely with the Vice President of Global Public Policy, as well as internal legal and business teams, to analyze legislative initiatives, advise on risks and opportunities, and craft official company positions and messaging.
+ Collaborate with the legal team to manage and respond to regulatory inquiries across APAC on key issues like online safety and privacy.
+ Partner with the Communications team to help them appropriately respond to media inquiries, by providing the correct policy narrative that best represents Snap Inc.

Serve as Snap’s media spokesperson on issues related to policy, safety and privacy, where appropriate.
+ Manage relationships with external consultants and partners to support and enhance Snap's policy objectives in the region.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

+ A sophisticated understanding of the policy and political landscape across the APAC region, with a proven track record of navigating complex legislative and regulatory issues.
+ A proven ability for shaping, and working with, government officials, NGOs, coalitions and other partner groups.

Established policy networks in India and/or Australia are highly preferred, while relationships in other APAC countries, such as Singapore, are also valued.
+ The ability to anticipate policy trends, identify risks and opportunities for the business, and develop proactive strategies to shape the regulatory environment.
+ Excellent communication and advocacy skills and sound political judgment, with a demonstrated ability to articulate complex policy positions, build coalitions, and effectively advocate for the company, even with critics and opponents.
+ A proven ability to act as a strategic partner to business leaders, translating company priorities into actionable policy objectives and aligning the policy team's focus accordingly.
+ The ability to make thoughtful, well-reasoned decisions and provide clear, actionable counsel in fast-moving and ambiguous situations.
+ Ability to work independently and as a self-starter in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
+ Kindness, creativity, intelligence and an instinctual appreciation for Snapchat, and Snap’s mission.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant field
+ 10 years of relevant policy / advocacy experience in APAC

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Default Together Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc.

we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration.

To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate.

Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

EOE, including disability/vets.

Our Benefits (http://careers.snap.com/benefits) : Snap Inc.

is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms.

Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!

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