Associate Director, Podcast Policy

What You'll Do

• Define and lead Spotify’s global podcast policy strategy, translating business priorities into clear, actionable frameworks
• Partner closely with Trust & Safety, Product R&D, Legal, Editorial, and other teams in addressing key areas for the podcasting business including content classification, addressing product abuse, and improving the user experience
• Establish Spotify’s point of view on AI in podcasts, including synthetic voices, generative content, and disclosure standards
• Lead complex, cross-functional policy programs from concept to launch, including scoping, stakeholder alignment, execution planning, and delivery
• Translate policy into scalable operational systems, partnering with Product, Trust & Safety, and Content Platform teams on detection, classification, enforcement, and appeals workflows
• Drive end-to-end program management for major policy initiatives—ensuring clear ownership, timelines, dependencies, and measurable outcomes across teams
• Build and maintain operating models and processes for how podcast policy is developed, implemented, and iterated over time
• Lead policy communication and education efforts, ensuring creators and partners understand what policies are, why they exist, and how they are applied
• Collaborate with Comms and PR to manage external positioning and high-visibility policy issues
• Define success metrics and drive a continuous improvement loop across policy development, launch, and iteration

Who You Are

You have 8+ years of experience in policy, trust & safety, program management, product strategy, operations, or content governance
You have led high-impact, cross-functional initiatives that influence product, business, or platform direction
You are experienced in driving strategy and execution at scale, with the ability to move from ambiguity to clear plans and outcomes
You have a track record of influencing senior stakeholders and aligning teams across functions, including Legal, Product, and Communications
You are highly organized and execution-focused, with the ability to drive clarity, accountability, and momentum across complex programs
You have a strong understanding of digital content ecosystems (podcasts, video, music, or social platforms)
You bring a clear and thoughtful perspective on AI, synthetic media, and platform responsibility
You are an exceptional communicator, able to translate complex topics into clear, actionable guidance for both internal and external audiences
You are comfortable representing your organization with external stakeholders, including regulators, industry groups, and partners

Where You'll Be

This role will be based in New York, NY