Responsibilities
We are looking for someone who is passionate about Internet entertainment services, with a profound knowledge of the regulatory and political landscape, in particular of Portugal and also of Spain. 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.
This role will be based in Madrid, reporting to the Head of Government Relations and Public Policy Southern Europe (SEU), although the primary responsibility will be to support our Portuguese activities.
- Build and maintain relationships with government, policymakers and other stakeholders (local industry associations, partners, and NGOs) in particular in Portugal and support also in Spain to represent TikTok's mission, values, principles and deliver innovative projects around issues important to TikTok and our community of creators;
- Identify, monitor, and analyze relevant policy trends, legislative proposals, and issues of importance to the company;
- Articulate our policy positions in briefing papers, consultation responses, and internal policy meetings;
- Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders such as legal, communications, and the policy team on public policy matters to help guide the development of products, services, and policies in particular regarding Portugal and Spain, but also on some Southern Europe ones.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience of public policy and / or government relations and advocacy work;
- Keen understanding of the Portuguese and Spanish political systems, environment, institutions and very strong network with policymakers and opinion leaders;
- Very strong understanding of public policy issues around data security, privacy, child safety and other tech policy issues;
- The ability to work in a dynamic environment and ability to deliver measurable impact;
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
- Proficiency in English, Portuguese, and Spanish (English is the company's working language, while Spanish and Portuguese are essential for engaging with government stakeholders in the respective regions)
Preferred Qualifications
- An educational background in law or public policy is a plus;
- Previous experience in the data centre industry and/or tech company is a plus.
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.