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Full-Time

Manager of State & Local Government Affairs

Posted on 5/29/2024

Spotify

Spotify

10,001+ employees

Digital music streaming service with podcasts

Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$127.8k - $182.5kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

Category
Management Consulting
Consulting
Required Skills
Communications
Public Policy
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience developing and implementing public policy strategies
  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • Experience working in government, for a company, and/or a trade association
  • Outstanding existing relationships and the ability to build new ones with NYC officials, legislators in key states, peers at Spotify and in other companies, and more
  • Experience developing and implementing public policy strategies in the technology sector
  • Experience working with senior government officials, private sector leaders, and other public policy professionals
  • A track record of effective advocacy before government officials
  • Ability to travel throughout the US as needed, including on short notice
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Outstanding written and oral communications skills
Responsibilities
  • Engage regularly with policymakers with a focus on New York City and key U.S. states
  • Develop expertise on public policy issues including tax, artificial intelligence, content moderation, and more
  • Identify and evaluate top-priority public policy issues affecting Spotify and develop advocacy strategies
  • Work closely with internal partners to advance Spotify's interests on key policy issues
  • Drive engagement, partnerships, and thought leadership on key public policy issues with external organizations

Spotify provides a digital music streaming service that allows users to access millions of songs and podcasts from various artists and creators. Users can choose between a free plan, which is supported by ads, and a premium subscription that offers an ad-free experience along with features like offline listening and higher sound quality. This tiered model caters to different user preferences and budgets. Spotify generates revenue through subscription fees from premium users and advertising from the free tier. Unlike its competitors, Spotify stands out with its extensive music library, user-friendly interface, and personalized playlists. The company's goal is to connect listeners with a wide range of audio content while supporting artists and advertisers.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$3.1B

Headquarters

Stockholms kommun, Sweden

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

16%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Spotify's continuous innovation, such as the AI DJ and new podcast features, keeps the platform fresh and engaging for users.
  • The company's global reach and diverse content library provide ample opportunities for cultural impact and market expansion.
  • Spotify's dual revenue streams from subscriptions and advertising offer financial stability and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive music streaming market requires constant innovation to maintain user interest and market share.
  • Dependence on licensing agreements with music labels could lead to increased costs or content limitations.

What makes Spotify unique

  • Spotify's extensive music library and personalized playlists set it apart from competitors like Apple Music and Amazon Music.
  • The freemium model allows Spotify to cater to a wide range of users, from those who prefer free, ad-supported listening to those willing to pay for premium features.
  • Spotify's innovative features like AI DJ and podcast comment sections enhance user engagement and offer unique experiences not commonly found on other platforms.

Benefits

Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse

Global parental leave, six months off - fully paid - for all new parents

Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs

Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success

All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub

Spotify On Tour, join your colleagues on trips to industry festivals and events

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