You will join Spotify’s Global Government Affairs team, working at the intersection of policy, technology, and creativity. This team partners with governments, regulators, and industry groups around the world to help shape a fair, innovative, and inclusive digital ecosystem.

In Australia and New Zealand, you’ll play a key role in representing Spotify’s voice on issues that matter to creators, listeners, and the broader media landscape—ranging from competition and online safety to AI and the future of the creative economy.

You will join Spotify’s Global Government Affairs team, working at the intersection of policy, technology, and creativity. This team partners with governments, regulators, and industry groups around the world to help shape a fair, innovative, and inclusive digital ecosystem.

In Australia and New Zealand, you’ll play a key role in representing Spotify’s voice on issues that matter to creators, listeners, and the broader media landscape—ranging from competition and online safety to AI and the future of the creative economy.

What You'll Do

Lead Spotify’s government affairs strategy across Australia and New Zealand, building trusted relationships with policymakers and stakeholders

Represent Spotify in meetings with government officials, regulators, and industry groups across both markets

Shape and influence public policy on issues impacting the digital, media, and creator ecosystem

Provide clear, strategic guidance to senior leaders on political, legislative, and regulatory developments

Partner with Legal, Communications, Music and business teams to align on priorities and messaging

Monitor policy trends and proactively identify risks and opportunities for Spotify, creators, and users

Develop advocacy strategies and positions that reflect Spotify’s values and support a sustainable, inclusive creative economy

Travel regularly between Sydney and Canberra to maintain strong, in-person engagement

Who You Are

You have significant experience in government affairs, public policy, or a related field across Australia and New Zealand

You are experienced in building relationships with government officials, regulators, and industry stakeholders

You have a strong understanding of the ANZ political and regulatory landscape, including legislative processes

You know how to turn complex policy topics into clear, actionable insights

You are comfortable advising senior leaders and contributing to strategic decision-making

You care about creating a fair, inclusive, and forward-looking environment for creators, platforms, and users

You communicate clearly and represent organizations externally with credibility and authenticity

You are able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment with sound judgment

Where You'll Be

This role can be based in Sydney or Canberra

Head of Government Affairs Australia New Zealand