Policy Director

Who We Are Is What We Do. Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly. Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers. Why should you be part of our success story? As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are. Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator's top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google. Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

About The Role
As the Director of Policy, EMEA, you'll lead Deel's policy and government affairs strategy across the entire EMEA region, with primary focus on the UK and EU member states. This is a team of one. You'll work independently to influence policy at EU, UK, and national levels. You'll also be entrepreneurial about spotting strategic partnerships with government stakeholders—MOUs, public sector collaborations, and other opportunities that could create business impact. You'll position Deel as a thought leader on employment innovation, AI, immigration, and financial services. Responsibilities
- Lead policy and government affairs strategy across EMEA, focusing on employment innovation, AI, immigration, and financial services.
- Build and maintain deep relationships with policymakers and government officials at EU, UK, and member state levels.
- Engage in policy consultations and influence legislative and regulatory development. Draft consultation responses, position papers, and policy briefs for EU, UK, and member state processes.
- Monitor regulatory and geopolitical developments across EMEA that could impact Deel's operations. Flag risks early and propose mitigation strategies.
- Navigate the unique structures and decision-making processes of EU institutions, the UK government, and member state governments. Spot where Deel could be valuable to policy objectives.
- Identify and pursue strategic partnerships with government stakeholders across EMEA (MOUs, public sector collaborations, etc.). Work with Sales and business teams to evaluate and execute on these opportunities.
- Represent Deel in media, public forums, and industry events to position Deel as a thought leader on the future of work.
- Contribute to research, reports, and white papers that shape the policy conversation across the region.
- Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Marketing, Sales, Communications, and Product to align government relationships with business objectives. Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in public policy, government affairs, or regulatory strategy, preferably in technology, human resources, or financial services.
- Deep understanding of EMEA regulatory and political landscape, including EU institutions, UK government, and EU member states. You know how governments operate at each level and where influence happens.
- Proven ability to identify and advance policy campaigns and influence regulatory development across different jurisdictions.
- Entrepreneurial approach to opportunity spotting. You can see strategic partnerships that create value for Deel. You're opportunistic but measured.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with senior government officials.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking. You distill complex policy issues into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-starter and self-directed. You thrive with autonomy and own outcomes.
- Experience working cross-functionally with Legal, Compliance, Marketing, Sales, and Product.
- Willingness to frequently travel to Brussels, London, and other EMEA capitals.
- Passion for Deel's mission and the future of global work. Total Rewards Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.
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- Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
- Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
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