| Title | Technology Policy Advisor |
|---|---|
| Department | Government & Regulatory Affairs / Public Policy |
| Reports to | [Head of Public Policy / General Counsel] |
| Location | [Remote / Hybrid / On-site] |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Salary | [Salary range. Postings with a range perform significantly better, and several states require one.] |
Position overview
The Technology Policy Advisor develops and advances [Company]'s positions on technology and AI policy. This role analyzes policy and regulatory developments, advises leadership on their implications, and supports the organization's engagement with policymakers and stakeholders.
Working with legal, government affairs, governance, and business leaders, the Technology Policy Advisor turns a complex policy landscape into clear strategy and positioning, and helps the organization contribute constructively to policy debates.
As technology policy shapes the environment in which the organization operates, the advisor helps it stay informed, principled, and effective in how it engages.
Key responsibilities
Policy analysis and strategy
- Analyze technology and AI policy, legislation, and regulation.
- Advise leadership on implications and strategic options.
- Develop the organization's policy positions and principles.
- Anticipate policy trends and their business impact.
Regulatory and standards landscape
Track and interpret developments across areas such as:
- AI regulation, including the EU AI Act
- Data protection, privacy, and cybersecurity policy
- Standards and frameworks such as the NIST AI RMF
- Sector-specific and cross-border technology rules
Stakeholder engagement
- Support engagement with policymakers and regulators.
- Coordinate participation in consultations and industry groups.
- Prepare position papers, comments, and briefing materials.
- Represent the organization's views clearly and accurately.
Internal advisory
- Advise governance, legal, and business teams on policy questions.
- Translate external policy into internal implications and actions.
- Support leadership and Board briefings on policy matters.
- Align policy positions with organizational values and strategy.
Cross-functional coordination
- Coordinate policy work across government affairs and governance.
- Align internal stakeholders on positioning and messaging.
- Support responses to policy-related inquiries.
Documentation and horizon scanning
Maintain policy analysis, positions, and a horizon of upcoming developments to keep the organization prepared.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, Economics, or a related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
- 6 to 10+ years of experience in technology policy, government affairs, regulatory strategy, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of technology and AI policy and the regulatory landscape.
- Excellent research, writing, and stakeholder communication skills.
- Ability to translate policy into strategy and clear guidance for leadership.
Preferred certifications
One or more of: AIGP, CIPP, and relevant public policy or law credentials.
Technical knowledge
Technology and AI policy analysis, regulatory strategy, stakeholder and government engagement, policy position development, horizon scanning, and AI governance and data protection fundamentals.
Essential competencies
Strategic judgment, persuasive writing, stakeholder engagement, diplomacy, and the ability to translate complex policy into clear direction.
About [Company]
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Frequently asked questions
What does a Technology Policy Advisor do?
A Technology Policy Advisor analyzes technology and AI policy, advises leadership on its implications, and supports engagement with policymakers and stakeholders. They develop the organization's policy positions and translate a complex landscape into clear strategy.
What qualifications and certifications does a Technology Policy Advisor need?
Most bring 6 to 10 or more years in technology policy, government affairs, or regulatory strategy, often with an advanced degree in policy, law, or economics. AIGP and CIPP are common, alongside public policy or law credentials.
What areas of policy does the role cover?
The role typically covers AI regulation such as the EU AI Act, data protection and privacy policy, cybersecurity policy, and standards such as the NIST AI Risk Management Framework, plus sector-specific and cross-border rules.
How is a Technology Policy Advisor different from an AI Policy Analyst?
The AI Policy Analyst focuses on interpreting AI regulation and producing internal guidance, while the Technology Policy Advisor works at a broader, more strategic level, shaping positions and engaging with external policymakers.