Senior Manager, Policy Communications

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.

The Team

Behind the storytellers of our TV shows, films, games and live experiences are the storytellers of Netflix the company - our Communications team. They are responsible for promoting and protecting our reputation for excellence and building awareness and appreciation for Netflix’s mission across everything we do, from our products, partnerships, and policy issues to our culture, executive voices, and stakeholder engagement.

The Opportunity 

Netflix is seeking an experienced communications leader to join its newly created and growing U.S. Policy Communications team. This is a unique opportunity to help build the U.S. Policy Comms function from the ground up.

As part of this team, you will assist in media relations and communications campaigns that strategically support our public policy and regulatory objectives across the U.S., with the goal of creating an environment for the company’s continued growth and success. You will work cross-functionally with leaders across Netflix as well as external stakeholders to help shape the environment for our Global Affairs team’s federal and state policy goals to succeed. While the large majority of this work will focus on the U.S., you will also be a key stakeholder in global policy communications strategy and campaigns. 

The right person for this opportunity must have an entrepreneurial approach, be comfortable with ambiguity, and have the experience-based judgment needed to make quick, well-informed decisions in a dynamic and high-stakes environment. You will spend your days cultivating and leveraging deep-rooted relationships to help fortify Netflix’s broader corporate reputation and mission to entertain the world. 

Internally, you will serve as a trusted advisor and bridge between various cross-functional teams. You will work in seamless alignment with the Global Affairs team to drive Netflix’s policy goals, while also partnering with the External Affairs, Legal, Marketing, and business leaders within Content and Product. 

This Senior Manager role will be based in Washington, D.C., and will report to Netflix’s Senior Director, Head of U.S. Policy Communications & External Affairs. 

Responsibilities

• Translate Policy into Stories and Business Growth: Partner with the Global Affairs team at both the federal and state level to develop and drive a strategic media relations agenda and best-in-class materials that translate public policy objectives into successful communications campaigns that set the stage for the business’ continued success.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and strengthen relationships with key journalists, publications, broadcasters, opinion formers, experts, and emerging media platforms to enhance awareness and understanding of Netflix’s business, as well as its social impact efforts.

• Reputation Management: Anticipate and manage reputational issues and threats with effective communications plans and strategies informed by a deep understanding of Netflix’s business, policy objectives, and the political landscape. Partner with cross-functional leaders across the company to ensure Netflix’s mission and business are well-understood and well-perceived.

• Spokesperson: Serve as a trusted source to speak on behalf of Netflix on any issues relating to public policy and regulatory, ensuring that Netflix’s mission and story are told effectively and in a way that is advantageous to the company’s continued growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in media, corporate, political, government or agency communications.

• Expertise in distilling complex concepts into clear, engaging narratives in the public policy and regulatory sphere.

• Established credibility and relevant relationships within the media.

• Experience engaging policymaker and regulatory audiences.

• Excellent judgment, business acumen, and problem-solving abilities.

• Entrepreneurial, creative, and adaptable, with a strong drive for results.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to balance big-picture strategy with hands-on execution.

Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $260,000.00 - $463,000.00.

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.

Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.