OpenAI

Policy Manager, Global Affairs

OpenAI
hybrid mid full-time $171K – $280K Washington, DC; San Francisco
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First indexed 6 Mar 2026

Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and skilled Policy Manager with exceptional writing, analytical, program management, and strategic thinking abilities to join our Global Affairs team, in the Policy Development and Operations team.

About the Team

OpenAI's mission is to ensure that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We believe that achieving our goal requires effective engagement with public policy stakeholders and the broader community impacted by AI. Accordingly, our Global Affairs team builds authentic, collaborative relationships with public officials and the broader AI policymaking community to inform and support our shared work in these domains.

About the Role

The Policy Development and Operations team is responsible for identifying, tracking, and analyzing emerging legislative and regulatory proposals globally. They lead and coordinate the development of global public policy positions that are informed by legislative trends and OpenAI's unique technical expertise, coordinate policy campaigns across regions, and integrate regional perspectives in order to represent Global Affairs in company-wide initiatives such as product launches.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop proactive policy positions by working closely with regional teams to analyze legislative and regulatory proposals and provide issue-area expertise.
  • Synthesize legislative trends and regional insights, apply cross-functional perspectives, and exercise policy judgement to clearly articulate key decisions, trade-offs, and areas of alignment or disagreement.
  • Help evolve the team's policy development processes and systems to support effective engagement across regions and campaigns, enabling Global Affairs to prioritize issues, allocate resources, and respond to emerging policy developments.
  • Contribute to the Global Affairs team's broader thinking about what proactive policies to advance and advocate for and how to best position those policies to succeed around the globe.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in policy development, public policy, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to distill complex policy issues into clear and concise language.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team.
  • Professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about policy development and public policy, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information].

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