Regional Digital Safety Lead

Job Description

Competitive hourly rate - $750-$850/day inclusive of superannuation (depending on experience). Contract role until EO June 2025. Work-From-Home Opportunities Available. The Organisation Bring your Government Affairs expertise to our client, a global leader within the technology industry. Known for its contributions to software, cloud computing, and consumer electronics, our client offers various solutions designed to enhance productivity and enable digital transformation. Operating in over 190 countries, our client provides tools and platforms that cater to both individual and enterprise needs. The Opportunity The role involves supporting regional government affairs teams in addressing digital safety regulations and public policy issues. It provides subject-matter expertise, drives thought leadership, and fosters collaboration with government, civil society, and tech industry stakeholders to enhance user safety. Reporting to the Digital Safety Unit, the position supports multidisciplinary initiatives and aligns with Microsoft's mission to empower people and organisations through innovation and a culture of respect, integrity, and inclusion. Your duties will include, but are not limited to: Trusted advisor to our client’s government affairs teams across the region, partnering to support regulatory and public policy engagement, including local engagements on safety. Monitoring digital safety regulatory and public policy developments, issue spotting, and providing internal insights on trends and developments. Leading engagement with external stakeholders (government, civil society, and other industry) to represent our client’s perspective, as well as to garner insights on trends and risks, and sharing readouts with internal stakeholders. Partner with a variety of our clients subject-matter experts (SMEs) in the Digital Safety Unit to support a range of activities, including input to regulatory governance processes, transparency reporting and regulator engagement. Leading engagement in relevant regional initiatives. Advancing our client thought leadership and proactive campaigns, including resource development and localisation. Build and manage strategic partner alliances and relationships as part of the integrated account and commercial plan. Candidate Requirements Bachelor of Laws OR equivalent experience. Expertise in digital safety topics, including child online safety, tech regulation, and partnership engagement. Experience in government relations or advocacy roles. Experience working with technology and gaming companies is a plus (preferred) Benefits for You Work-from-home opportunities. Potential for extension to the max 18-month tenure. Inclusive and supportive culture with large local EA community. Opportunity to work for a global technology giant. How to Apply If you're ready to take on this exciting opportunity and join the team, please apply here or, alternatively, you can email Suzanna from our Sydney office at , quoting Job Reference 543530 to register your interest. #J-18808-Ljbffr