TikTok
Overview
We are seeking an exceptional regulatory lawyer to serve as Head of Regulatory, leading a high-performing global team responsible for complex and high-profile regulatory issues. This role shapes TikTok’s regulatory legal strategy, partnering with cross-functional leaders to manage risk, ensure compliance, and advance responsible innovation in a dynamic, highly scrutinized environment. It is a key leadership position reporting directly to the General Counsel. Responsibilities
Develop and lead TikTok’s global regulatory legal strategy, aligning legal guidance with business objectives and evolving regulatory requirements. Advise senior executives and business leaders on high-stakes regulatory issues, providing clear, actionable, and risk-aware guidance. Build and manage a global team of regulatory lawyers, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and operational excellence. Oversee engagement with regulators and government agencies, ensuring TikTok’s positions are effectively communicated and aligned with legal obligations. Monitor, assess, and anticipate emerging laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions, translating complex requirements into practical business strategies. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (including Public Policy, Compliance, Trust & Safety, and Product teams) to ensure proactive and coordinated approaches to regulatory matters. Lead legal input into regulatory investigations, inquiries, and examinations, balancing compliance with business priorities. Drive the development of scalable processes, policies, and training to ensure consistent and efficient regulatory compliance. Serve as a thought leader within the Legal organization, helping to shape TikTok’s overall approach to operating responsibly in a complex global environment. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with a strong academic record. Deep knowledge of global regulatory frameworks, including data privacy (GDPR, CCPA, etc.), AI regulation (EU AI Act, U.S. Executive Order on AI), competition/antitrust law, platform liability and content moderation laws (e.g., DSA, Section 230). Experience engaging with government regulators, lawmakers, and industry bodies. Strong ability to align regulatory compliance with business strategy and mitigate regulatory risk across markets. Experience managing regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and high-stakes crises. Successful in driving cross-functional adoption of new policies or compliance requirements. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Technical literacy in AI systems (e.g., ML models, generative AI, algorithmic decision-making). Proven ability to embed regulatory readiness into product development, go-to-market, and operations processes. About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices in multiple cities worldwide. Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product helps people authentically express themselves, discover, and connect. We foster curiosity, humility, impact, and a relentless, “Always Day 1” mindset to achieve meaningful breakthroughs for our users and our company. Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and strive to reflect the communities we reach. TikTok Accommodation
TikTok provides reasonable accommodations in recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. For assistance, please reach out to us at the provided accommodation contact. Job Information
[For Pay Transparency] Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $242,000 - $624,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside this range based on qualifications, skills, and location. Base pay is part of the Total Package, which may include discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. Benefits vary by location and include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, and paid holidays/sick/personal days. The Company reserves the right to modify benefits at any time. Our Equal Employment Opportunity policy ensures applicants and employees are treated fairly irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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We are seeking an exceptional regulatory lawyer to serve as Head of Regulatory, leading a high-performing global team responsible for complex and high-profile regulatory issues. This role shapes TikTok’s regulatory legal strategy, partnering with cross-functional leaders to manage risk, ensure compliance, and advance responsible innovation in a dynamic, highly scrutinized environment. It is a key leadership position reporting directly to the General Counsel. Responsibilities
Develop and lead TikTok’s global regulatory legal strategy, aligning legal guidance with business objectives and evolving regulatory requirements. Advise senior executives and business leaders on high-stakes regulatory issues, providing clear, actionable, and risk-aware guidance. Build and manage a global team of regulatory lawyers, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and operational excellence. Oversee engagement with regulators and government agencies, ensuring TikTok’s positions are effectively communicated and aligned with legal obligations. Monitor, assess, and anticipate emerging laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions, translating complex requirements into practical business strategies. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (including Public Policy, Compliance, Trust & Safety, and Product teams) to ensure proactive and coordinated approaches to regulatory matters. Lead legal input into regulatory investigations, inquiries, and examinations, balancing compliance with business priorities. Drive the development of scalable processes, policies, and training to ensure consistent and efficient regulatory compliance. Serve as a thought leader within the Legal organization, helping to shape TikTok’s overall approach to operating responsibly in a complex global environment. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with a strong academic record. Deep knowledge of global regulatory frameworks, including data privacy (GDPR, CCPA, etc.), AI regulation (EU AI Act, U.S. Executive Order on AI), competition/antitrust law, platform liability and content moderation laws (e.g., DSA, Section 230). Experience engaging with government regulators, lawmakers, and industry bodies. Strong ability to align regulatory compliance with business strategy and mitigate regulatory risk across markets. Experience managing regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and high-stakes crises. Successful in driving cross-functional adoption of new policies or compliance requirements. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Technical literacy in AI systems (e.g., ML models, generative AI, algorithmic decision-making). Proven ability to embed regulatory readiness into product development, go-to-market, and operations processes. About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices in multiple cities worldwide. Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product helps people authentically express themselves, discover, and connect. We foster curiosity, humility, impact, and a relentless, “Always Day 1” mindset to achieve meaningful breakthroughs for our users and our company. Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and strive to reflect the communities we reach. TikTok Accommodation
TikTok provides reasonable accommodations in recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. For assistance, please reach out to us at the provided accommodation contact. Job Information
[For Pay Transparency] Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $242,000 - $624,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside this range based on qualifications, skills, and location. Base pay is part of the Total Package, which may include discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. Benefits vary by location and include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, and paid holidays/sick/personal days. The Company reserves the right to modify benefits at any time. Our Equal Employment Opportunity policy ensures applicants and employees are treated fairly irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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