Sonder is revolutionizing hospitality through innovative, tech-powered service and inspiring, thoughtfully designed accommodations combined into one seamlessly managed experience.
Officially launched in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, Sonder is making a world of better stays open to all with a variety of accommodation options — from rooms to suites and apartments — found in more than 35 cities spanning ten countries and three continents.
Sonder's innovative app empowers guests by making self-service features and 24/7 on-the-ground support just a tap away.
From simple self check-in to boutique bathroom amenities, we bring the best of a hotel without any of the formality.
Sonder's global public policy department supports every aspect of Sonder's domestic and international growth strategy.
The Sonder public policy team partners with its business colleagues to proactively engage policy makers and other community stakeholders as we launch in new cities around the world.
We aim to comply with all applicable regulations and engage with cities positively and proactively in order to align our business strategy to local requirements.
AT SONDER YOU WILL:
- Lead Sonder's public policy and government affairs programs in Southern Europe, and serve as a spokesperson for the company to government, industry groups and civil society stakeholders.
- Collaborate with business, communications, and legal teams internally to ensure that any efforts assigned or undertaken are in alignment with the company's overall mission, messaging, and strategy.
- Establish and execute strategies for policy, legislative advocacy, and political engagement.
- Maintain and develop strong relationships with policymakers and other stakeholders.
- Develop written analysis, testimony, and background materials as necessary in support of the company's objectives.
- Identify allies and build coalitions of like-minded groups including but not limited to think tanks, public interest groups, and academia.
- Hiring and managing public affairs firms in key markets.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR:
- Evidence of exceptional ability.
- Proven track record of learning quickly, taking initiative, working proactively and being resourceful.
- Excellent knowledge of the legislative process at various levels of government.
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Experience working on public policy issues in different European markets.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex policy information to a wide variety of audiences.
- Energetic, collaborative, and willing to take on a variety of assignments as part of a small but dynamic team.
- Detail-oriented, self-initiating, well-organized, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently as well as on teams with diverse personalities and skill levels.
- A creative problem solver who is open to new ideas and new approaches.
- Experience identifying and understanding key regulatory issues pertaining to company operations in local jurisdictions, understanding business implications, and synthesizing information for internal and external stakeholders, and recommending a best course of action.
- Ability to work across multiple jurisdictions.
- Excelled in school; bachelor's degree required, advanced degree a plus
We also have great benefits to make your life easier so you can focus on what you're best at:
- Competitive compensation
- Generous stock option plan
- Medical, dental and vision insurance (where applicable)
- Flexible vacation
- Annual free credits and discounts to stay in Sonders
- A company with a huge vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, ambitious and fun to work-with colleagues!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status or other protected classes.