[Hiring] Regulatory Operations Lead @Airbnb

Role Description

As a Regulatory Operations Lead, you will bring specialized experience in regulatory operations, and the ability to advise and guide cross-functional teams across geographies on varied regulatory frameworks. You will lead with influence, through structure ambiguity, and drive innovation that enables scalable, product-focused regulatory solutions.

• Drive the delivery of centrally run strategic programs.
• Define and execute localized strategies that play a key role in accelerating Airbnb's growth and retention efforts.
• Comfortable developing operational programs and processes.
• Experience navigating complex regulatory environments.
• Possess a keen eye for quality/detail that inspires teams and individuals to exceed expectations.

A typical day includes:

• Leading the strategic development and execution of highly scalable regulatory programs across multiple jurisdictions.
• Communicating outcomes and insights to senior leadership.
• Leading end-to-end execution of complex regulatory programs.
• Ensuring measurable outcomes, sustainable operations, and readiness to meet evolving legal requirements.
• Translating emerging regulatory trends into actionable business strategies for senior leadership.
• Partnering with cross-functional technical partners to design systems and tooling for proactive, automated compliance solutions.
• Identifying and leading resolution of regulatory risks or incidents.
• Influencing cross-functional roadmaps and corporate strategy through deep expertise in regulatory frameworks.
• Serving as the primary liaison and operational architect for your jurisdictions.
• Overseeing product assurance initiatives with a global perspective.
• Driving high-impact strategic projects aimed at enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in regulatory operations, legal/policy compliance, consulting, project management, or related fields.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and lead multiple projects in a fast-paced and complex regulatory environment.
• Experience building scalable technical solutions and processes to mitigate regulatory risks.
• Experience designing and operationalizing regulatory workflows.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex regulatory information for varied audiences.
• Comfortable and skilled at interfacing with, influencing and being a thought partner to senior management.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Location

This position is US - Remote Eligible. The role may include occasional work at an Airbnb office or attendance at offsites, as agreed to with your manager. You must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity.

Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging

Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

We strive to provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact us at: [email protected] .

How We'll Take Care of You

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.

Pay Range: $160,000 — $200,000 USD