Director, European and UK Public Policy

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💻 ROLE

We are looking for an experienced public policy strategist and advocate to lead Whatnot’s public policy work across the EU and UK. You’ll create and execute Whatnot’s public policy and government engagement strategy, introduce Whatnot and live shopping to policymakers and external partners, and help shape the regulatory environment in which we operate.

You will work collaboratively with cross-functional colleagues across the business — including Legal, Communications, Product, Trust & Risk, Tax, and our Go-To-Market teams — to analyse proposed legislation and regulation, assess the impact on Whatnot, and develop and execute an appropriate response.

This role is a great fit if you are energized by both big-picture strategy and hands-on execution. You are an avid storyteller who can communicate clearly in writing and in person, and you are excited about being part of the growth of live shopping and the future of commerce.

The Director, European Public Policy will report to the Head of Global Public Policy.

- Lead Whatnot’s advocacy across the EU and UK, articulating how Whatnot supports sellers and buyers in Europe and becoming an authoritative voice on live shopping and marketplace platforms.

- Build and maintain trusted relationships with key policymakers, regulators, and government officials, as well as with business associations, civil society organisations, and other third parties.

- Monitor and interpret policy and regulatory developments across the EU and UK, collaborating with teams across Whatnot to understand the impact on our product, operations, and sellers.

- Adv