Product Policy Manager, Product Risk

Job Overview

As the Product Policy Manager for Product Risk at Anthropic, you will play a crucial role in setting and executing the Safeguards team's approach to assessing product launches for safety risks. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand upcoming features, anticipate potential misuses, and craft policies that balance innovation with responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain risk assessment frameworks to identify potential safety risks associated with new product features.
• Conduct comprehensive product safety reviews to inform product launch and safety mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including product and engineering teams, to leverage policy, enforcement, and engineering expertise.
• Analyze potential misuses and translate analysis into mitigation strategies.
• Design bespoke evaluations for products requiring tailored assessments.
• Craft policy recommendations balancing innovation and responsibility.
• Stay current on industry trends and emerging risks in AI development.
• Contribute to reports on product policy risks and mitigations for senior leadership.

Requirements

• Strong technical background with ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Understanding of safety policies and considerations across various product surfaces.
• Experience prioritizing safety mitigations in high-volume launch processes.
• Conducted risk evaluations of novel products in fast-moving organizations.
• Expertise collaborating with product and engineering teams on safety considerations.
• Thorough understanding of AI ethics, responsible AI principles, and AI safety debates.
• Ability to think creatively about potential misuses and develop innovative solutions.
• Strong program management skills with ability to drive policy development processes.

Logistics

• Annual salary: $245,000 - $285,000 USD.
• Minimum education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Required field of study: Relevant to the role.
• Location-based hybrid policy: 25% office time expected.
• Visa sponsorship: Available.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Optional equity donation matching.
• Generous vacation and parental leave.
• Flexible working hours.