Global Public Policy Manager

Who are we?

Our mission is to scale intelligence to serve humanity. We’re training and deploying frontier models for developers and enterprises who are building AI systems to power magical experiences like content generation, semantic search, RAG, and agents. We believe that our work is instrumental to the widespread adoption of AI.

We obsess over what we build. Each one of us is responsible for contributing to increasing the capabilities of our models and the value they drive for our customers. We like to work hard and move fast to do what’s best for our customers.

Cohere is a team of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, who are passionate about their craft. Each person is one of the best in the world at what they do. We believe that a diverse range of perspectives is a requirement for building great products.

Join us on our mission and shape the future!

About Cohere: Cohere is a leading AI model developer, dedicated to advancing the field of artificial intelligence while upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and trust. Our mission is to build AI technologies that are not only cutting-edge but also responsible and aligned with global regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Public Policy Manager to join our Government Affairs and Public Policy team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping Cohere's global policy strategy, ensuring compliance with evolving AI regulations, and positioning Cohere as a thought leader in AI privacy, safety, security, standards, and governance. This role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams, regional team members, engaging with external stakeholders, and developing policy-focused content to support Cohere's growth and brand in the AI industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Development and Analysis: Monitor, analyse, and report on global AI regulatory developments, including safety, security, privacy, and AI standards. Provide strategic recommendations to ensure Cohere's products and operations remain compliant.

• Thought Leadership: Develop and publish thought leadership content, including white papers, blog posts, and op-eds on key topics.

• Customer and Stakeholder Communications: Create clear, concise customer-facing materials, such as FAQs, and policy summaries, to communicate Cohere's commitment to compliance and ethical AI practices.

• External Engagement: Liaise with global safety and security institutes, industry associations, and regulatory bodies to represent Cohere's policy positions and contribute to industry standards development.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including Legal, Safety, Product, and Communications, to align policy initiatives with business objectives and ensure cohesive governance efforts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Public Policy, International Relations, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, or a related role, preferably within the technology or AI sector.

• Deep understanding of AI regulatory landscapes, including global AI safety frameworks (e.g., EU Code of Practice) and industry standards.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to draft compelling policy documents, thought leadership content, and customer communications.

• Ability to identify/gather insights and communicate clear technology policy issues.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex policy issues into actionable insights and recommendations.

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, both internally and externally.

• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience working on a global team that has a variety of stakeholders and executing strategies to deliver solutions.

• Experience in the tech industry, specifically in AI

If some of the above doesn’t line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply!

We value and celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs.

Full-Time Employees at Cohere enjoy these Perks:

🤝 An open and inclusive culture and work environment 

🧑‍💻 Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research 

🍽 Weekly lunch stipend, in-office lunches & snacks

🦷 Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health 

🐣 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months

🎨 Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well-being, quality time, and workspace improvement

🏙 Remote-flexible, offices in Toronto, New York, San Francisco, London and Paris, as well as a co-working stipend

✈️ 6 weeks of vacation (30 working days!)