Snap Inc 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, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.
The Global Communications Team is responsible for conveying Snap’s mission, vision, and values to core audiences within our community, which includes Snapchatters, advertising partners, content partners, investors, policymakers, parents and Snap team members. This passionate team works hard to show the world what makes Snapchat the best platform for communication and storytelling, and to ensure the narratives about the company, its people, and its products are accurate and compelling.
We’re looking for a Senior Manager to join our Global Policy Communications team. You can be located in London, Paris or Brussels.
What you’ll do:
Drive campaign-style communications strategies to shape and protect the reputation of Snap among key stakeholders including policymakers, parents, NGOs, and safety experts.
Promote the Snap narrative across key markets by creating compelling external news moments and stakeholder events.
Maintain strong relationships with key reporters at national and local outlets across the EU and the UK.
Partner closely with leaders across Snap’s policy, legal, and safety teams to drive long-term objectives.
Support public policy leads representing Snap at events, conferences, and cross-industry initiatives to reinforce our leadership on online safety, innovation, and responsible technology.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Strong command of the media, public policy, and cultural landscape across the EU and the UK
Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to experiment in order to learn and identify creative solutions
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and independently manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to build strong working relationships cross-functionally and across different time zones
Ability to balance critical thinking with tactical execution and attention to detail, in the face of frequent inbound inquiries and other requests
Excellent news and overall judgment, as well as exceptional writing and communications skills for both media materials as well as owned channels.
Strong media relations skills including experience serving as an on-the-record spokesperson
Minimum Qualifications:
BS/BA degree or equivalent years of experience
Significant experience in communications or public relations
Experience working in-house on tech policy issues and/or operating in a political environment
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.
"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: 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!
