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full-timeManager, Public Policy, Southeast & Gulf
Airbnb · New Orleans or Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States, Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Airbnb is a global platform facilitating home sharing and unique travel experiences. This Public Policy Manager role focuses on the Southeast and Gulf regions of the United States, where the incumbent will lead advocacy efforts to shape the regulatory environment for home sharing. Day-to-day responsibilities involve drafting and executing integrated government relations strategies, monitoring legislative developments, and maintaining strong relationships with elected officials, regulators, and community stakeholders. The role requires translating complex legislative data into actionable policy objectives while coordinating across internal teams to ensure business priorities are met. Candidates will frequently represent the company in public forums, manage external consultants, and provide critical analysis on housing, tax, and platform-related regulations. This position is well-suited for a seasoned professional with over eight years of experience in government relations, public policy, or regulatory affairs. It demands a candidate who is highly organized, capable of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously, and possesses the communication skills necessary to navigate a matrixed organization while advocating for progressive home sharing policies.
Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way. The Community you will join: Airbnb’s Public Policy campaign team exists to further the interests of our community of hosts and guests with politicians, regulators, opinion leaders and others who shape the political and regulatory context for our business, helping them to understand the significant social and economic contributions of our platform. Across the North America (“NAMER”) region, US and Canada specifically, we are engaged in hundreds of local conversations and negotiations with governments big and small. We engage governments at local, state, provincial and national levels directly and also use innovative advocacy and partnership strategies that actively involve our community and stakeholders in making the case for fair, progressive home sharing rules. The Difference You Will Make: The main role of the Public Policy Manager is to ensure the conception and execution of successful policy campaigns in their assigned region. In coordination with the Public Policy Lead, the Public Policy Manager will draft, develop and execute integrated government relations, communications, stakeholder engagement and mobilization plans and projects to achieve key policy objectives As a Public Policy Manager, you must be meticulously organized, detail- and solutions-oriented. You are also able to see the big picture and prioritize projects strategically when needed, while understanding how to synthesize legislation, information and data that should be escalated to leadership. You should have a strong independent work ethic and excellent communication skills, and an ability to take big ideas and translate them into policy with a positive and creative outlook. The ability to develop and maintain good and strong relationships with key internal functions and stakeholders in the region and globally within Airbnb will be highly valued. A Typical Day: Develop and implement Airbnb’s legislative and public policy objectives; including helping determine advocacy priorities, positions, and strategies. Review legislative language, draft comments, and research issues to provide analysis and critical thinking on legislation affecting Airbnb’s priorities. Maintain relationships with an extensive network of contacts in local, regional, and national legislative, executive, and administrative offices, as well as with allied groups and coalition partners. Represent Airbnb in meetings with government and elected officials, as well as industry associations, Airbnb hosts, and other stakeholders. Represent Airbnb at public speaking engagements as directed by the Head of Public Policy. Manage consultants and agencies to support campaign plans. Ensure progress is reported accurately and regularly, and roadblocks flagged in a timely fashion. Works closely with cross functional partners to make sure that policy plans fit with business priorities. Monitor and track legislation and regulatory matters as directed. Support as needed to help implement Airbnb’s legislative and public policy activities. Your Expertise: 8+ years experience working with policy issues in a relevant business, political, governmental, legislative or regulatory context such as tourism and accommodation business, e-commerce / internet / platform regulation, housing and landlord/tenant law, or tax issues. Ability to quickly get up to speed on complex technical and regulatory issues. Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and navigate complex matrix organization with multiple stakeholders. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; planning, memo-writing and budgeting/basic accounting skills with proficiency in major computer applications. Extremely creative; takes an entrepreneurial approach to the work with a proven track Record of being proactive. Highly results-driven and strives to find the most efficient way to do things without sacrificing a high quality of work and/or results. Excellent communicator with great presentation and writing skills Acute attention to detail; extremely organized and able to help keep others organized. Strong work ethic, and exhibits professionalism, courtesy and strong interpersonal skills. Ability to exercise judgment and maintain confidentiality. Flexible with the ability to remain poised under pressure; adapts to situations as they arise. Embraces change and challenges with a positive and solutions-oriented approach. Self-starter with a sense of humor and the ability to thrive in a fast moving and sometimes stressful environment; ability to resolve complex and unfamiliar problems in a timely and efficient manner. Passion for home-sharing and the mission of the
| Role | Manager, Public Policy, Southeast & Gulf |
|---|---|
| Company | Airbnb |
| Location | New Orleans or Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States, Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-09-30 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
Before you apply
0/4About Airbnb
Airbnb is a global platform that facilitates travel and accommodation by connecting guests with hosts. Since its inception in 2007, the company has grown from its first three guests to hosting 1.5 billion arrivals. The platform operates through a network of 5 million hosts who provide lodging options to travelers worldwide. Airbnb maintains a global creative community and emphasizes a flexible work environment for its employees, allowing them to live and work in various locations where regulations permit.
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