Policy Research, Strategic Advisory

About this role

The role involves leading policy research strategy as part of Anthropic's Strategic Advisory team. The position requires managing cross-functional research projects to influence policy positions while collaborating with experts and external partners.

About the company

Anthropic builds reliable and interpretable AI systems, including the Claude family of models, for businesses and developers. The company focuses on AI safety research and practical AI assistants for enterprise and consumer use.

The team

Strategic Advisory team within Anthropic's Public Policy team

What you'll do

• Run policy development processes from open question to agreement
• Develop research plans for priority issues
• Transform research findings into materials for policymakers
• Manage commissioned research projects
• Own economic impact reports for various markets
• Identify and anticipate emerging policy issues
• Scale research support for international markets
• Draft briefings and talking points under tight deadlines

What we're looking for

• Experience driving cross-functional projects to completion
• Generalist policy experience across several issue areas
• Ability to scope and assess research questions
• Excellent writing skills for different audiences
• Understanding of commercial interests in policy
• Strong organization and project management skills
• Independent problem solving and initiative
• Collaborative approach with a low-ego mindset

Nice to have

• 5+ years in technology policy or public affairs
• Experience in an in-house technology policy team
• Managing outside research partners
• Background in AI or technology policy
• Relationships with think tanks in AI policy
• Experience with international policy issues
• Training in economics or quantitative methods

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Generous vacation and parental leave
• Flexible working hours