Policy Director, EMEA

About the Company Deel and our family of growing companies are made up of global teams dedicated to helping businesses hire anyone, anywhere, easily. The team comprises over three thousand self-driven individuals spanning over 100 countries, and our unified yet diverse culture keeps us continually learning and innovating the platform and products for customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead Deel’s policy and government affairs strategy across EMEA, focusing on key areas like workforce innovation, AI, immigration, and financial services.
• Build and foster strong relationships with policymakers, trade associations, think tanks, and other stakeholders to advance Deel’s objectives.
• Monitor and address regulatory or geopolitical risks that could impact Deel’s operations, ensuring proactive responses to challenges.
• Draft consultation responses and position papers, and engage with policymakers to influence legislative and regulatory developments.
• Represent Deel in Brussels, London, and other capitals to drive coalitions and advance policy objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Compliance, Marketing, Sales, and Product, to align policy initiatives with business goals.
• Act as a resource for internal stakeholders, providing guidance on navigating complex regulatory environments and policy developments.
• Represent Deel in media, public forums, and industry events to position the company as a global thought leader.
• Contribute to reports and white papers to enhance Deel’s reputation as an authority on the future of work.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in public policy, government affairs, or regulatory roles, preferably within technology, human resources, or financial services.
• Proven ability to build and lead campaigns or coalitions, engaging multiple stakeholders to achieve policy goals.
• Deep understanding of the political and regulatory landscape in the EMEA region.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to distill complex issues into actionable insights for colleagues and stakeholders.
• Experience working cross-functionally with teams in Legal, Compliance, Marketing, and Product.
• Analytical and proactive, with the ability to monitor and mitigate regulatory and geopolitical risks.
• Passion for Deel’s mission and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to travel to key capitals, including Brussels and London, as needed.

Benefits

• Provided computer equipment tailored to your role
• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
• The flexibility of remote work, including WeWork access where available