Senior Manager, Community Policy

Airbnb

. Lead policy development in the anti-discrimination and safety space .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $204,000 - $255,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in anti-discrimination and safety policies, with a strong ability to develop and implement effective policy frameworks. Proven track record in cross-functional collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and strategic leadership in complex international settings.

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Policy DevelopmentAnti-Discrimination ExpertiseData AnalysisCross-Functional CollaborationStrategic Thinking

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Hard Skills

Policy ImplementationData-Driven Decision-MakingResearch and AnalysisPolicy EvaluationComplex Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationExceptional WritingAttention to DetailLeadershipCritical Thinking

Industry Keywords

Trust and SafetyEquityPublic PolicyStakeholder EngagementOperationalization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead policy development in the anti-discrimination and safety space
Address real-world harms and ensure every host and guest is treated fairly
Partner with stakeholders across the company to support Airbnb’s strategic objectives
Own policies affecting trust in Airbnb
Draft clear and scalable policy frameworks aligned with company priorities
Build and maintain relationships with Operations, Legal, Anti-Discrimination and Equity, Public Policy, Product, Communications, and Supply
Guide policy operationalization with cross-functional stakeholders
Use data, research, and community insights to evaluate policies and drive revisions
Serve as a subject matter expert for time-sensitive escalations from Operations and company leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Seasoned policy leader experienced in solving complex problems and collaborating cross-functionally
Deep expertise in anti-discrimination and safety policies addressing real-world harms
Excellent communication and exceptional writing skills
Experience presenting to all levels of leadership, including senior executives
Strategic mindset, bias toward execution, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to incorporate diverse perspectives
Experience developing and implementing policies and measuring their effectiveness
Proactively data-driven, using data, research, and insights to identify policy gaps and opportunities
10–15+ years of experience in a Policy, Legal, or Trust and Safety role
Prior policy leadership addressing discrimination and safety issues in a complex international setting
Thoughtful business judgment, strategic thinking, and ability to work well under pressure
Demonstrated capacity for critical thinking, research, and analysis
Strong attention to detail
Strong leadership and ability to independently manage a portfolio of challenging issues
Fluency in data analysis and leading data-driven decision-making
Deep understanding of the end-to-end policy process and how to influence policy delivery
Experience working in a matrix and driving solutions to complex problems through cross-functional collaboration
Ability to explain and simplify complex information to others
Must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus eligibility
Equity eligibility
Benefits
Employee Travel Credits
Occasional work at an Airbnb office or attendance at offsites, as agreed with the manager
Reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities