Policy Manager Digital AI Digital Affairs AI AWS Public Policy EMEA
Policy Manager Digital AI Digital Affairs AI AWS Public Policy EMEA
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This is a fixed term contract role for 8 months.
The Policy Manager will join an experienced dynamic team and be able to enhance AWSs advocacy before policymakers in Europe the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Like our business interests our policy issues are broad forward thinking and driven by what is best for our customers.
The AWS Public Policy EMEA team works with a wide range of national local and supranational policymakers industry organizations and nongovernmental organizations across the digital policy space including data governance data protection cybersecurity cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
The Policy Manager will contribute to AWSs policy advocacy efforts on digital policy issues including on artificial intelligence intellectual property and cloud across EMEA working in close coordination with the Global Public Policy team. They will build and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders including policymakers at national and EU levels industry organizations academia and civil society leveraging external consultancies and industry association memberships.
Key job responsibilities
Reporting to the Director of EU Affairs for AWS Public Policy the Policy Manager will:
Develop and execute advocacy strategies aligned with public policy priorities on behalf of AWS and our customers in EMEA with a focus on artificial intelligence and intellectual property
Assess anticipate and timely report on public policy matters within their portfolio
Oversee external advocacy efforts outreach programs and key initiatives while facilitating and staffing meetings between AWS executives and key policy stakeholders
Work collaboratively and transparently with multiple AWS and Amazon teams
Master Degree or Advanced Degree in a field relevant to the role (Law Economics Political Science Finance)
Relevant public policy and advocacy experience in the field of regulatory and public affairs in the digital sector
A keen understanding of EU politics and policy EU lawmaking processes and government relations.
English oral and written fluency
Highly effective oral and interpersonal communication skills; demonstrated ability to effectively and comfortably interact at the highest corporate and political levels
Strong knowledge and work experience with intellectual property and copyrights (e.g.: media and other creative sectors including government agencies dealing with these topics)
Excellent written communication skills in English and proven ability to convey complex arguments in writing
Ability to dive deep on policy navigating complex proposals assessing business implications prioritising risks/opportunities translating policy for business audiences and crafting policy positions
Ability to design and run effective influencing campaigns that translate technical policy issues into salient messages that resonate with decisionmakers
Ability to influence negotiate with and persuade others. Strong judgement/decisionmaking skills and political acumen
Ability to drive and execute independently and to lead small interdisciplinary campaign teams
Ability to use experience and data to assess and recommend the best course of action even in an ambiguous situation
Proven track record of successfully working with a wide array of functional groups across an organisation and cultures
Ability to work at pace prioritising competing demands
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The Policy Manager will join an experienced dynamic team and be able to enhance AWSs advocacy before policymakers in Europe the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Like our business interests our policy issues are broad forward thinking and driven by what is best for our customers.
The AWS Public Policy EMEA team works with a wide range of national local and supranational policymakers industry organizations and nongovernmental organizations across the digital policy space including data governance data protection cybersecurity cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
The Policy Manager will contribute to AWSs policy advocacy efforts on digital policy issues including on artificial intelligence intellectual property and cloud across EMEA working in close coordination with the Global Public Policy team. They will build and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders including policymakers at national and EU levels industry organizations academia and civil society leveraging external consultancies and industry association memberships.
Key job responsibilities
Reporting to the Director of EU Affairs for AWS Public Policy the Policy Manager will:
Develop and execute advocacy strategies aligned with public policy priorities on behalf of AWS and our customers in EMEA with a focus on artificial intelligence and intellectual property
Assess anticipate and timely report on public policy matters within their portfolio
Oversee external advocacy efforts outreach programs and key initiatives while facilitating and staffing meetings between AWS executives and key policy stakeholders
Work collaboratively and transparently with multiple AWS and Amazon teams
Master Degree or Advanced Degree in a field relevant to the role (Law Economics Political Science Finance)
Relevant public policy and advocacy experience in the field of regulatory and public affairs in the digital sector
A keen understanding of EU politics and policy EU lawmaking processes and government relations.
English oral and written fluency
Highly effective oral and interpersonal communication skills; demonstrated ability to effectively and comfortably interact at the highest corporate and political levels
Strong knowledge and work experience with intellectual property and copyrights (e.g.: media and other creative sectors including government agencies dealing with these topics)
Excellent written communication skills in English and proven ability to convey complex arguments in writing
Ability to dive deep on policy navigating complex proposals assessing business implications prioritising risks/opportunities translating policy for business audiences and crafting policy positions
Ability to design and run effective influencing campaigns that translate technical policy issues into salient messages that resonate with decisionmakers
Ability to influence negotiate with and persuade others. Strong judgement/decisionmaking skills and political acumen
Ability to drive and execute independently and to lead small interdisciplinary campaign teams
Ability to use experience and data to assess and recommend the best course of action even in an ambiguous situation
Proven track record of successfully working with a wide array of functional groups across an organisation and cultures
Ability to work at pace prioritising competing demands
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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