Head of Public Policy, Italy

Head of Public Policy, Italy

We’re looking for a Head of Public Policy, Italy to join our Rome team. This is a hybrid role. In this role, you’ll help us lead our public policy strategy, drive successful advocacy campaigns, and represent Deliveroo and the broader DoorDash group to key external stakeholders across Italy.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be joining the International Public Policy team, working closely with global centres of excellence, cross-functional partners, and business leadership. This role reports to the VP, International Public Policy at DoorDash, based in Europe.

Here’s what your day-to-day might look like:

• Policy & Regulatory Tracking: Monitor and evaluate legislative and regulatory developments at regional and national levels to identify risks, spot opportunities, and shape company positions in close cooperation with dedicated internal teams.

• Targeted Advocacy & Engagement: Design and execute strategic advocacy campaigns using outreach, research, coalition-building, mobilization, and public relations tools to influence policy outcomes.

• Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain trusted relationships with policy makers, public officials, labor unions, industry associations, and other key stakeholders across Italy.

• Strategic Representation: Represent Deliveroo in government consultations, public forums, and industry & union negotiations.

• Cross-Functional & Internal Advisory: Advise global leadership and cross-functional teams on Italian political dynamics to guide strategic business decisions.

What You’ll Need to Thrive

Essential

• Demonstrated Public Policy Leadership: Extensive experience leading external public policy engagements, regulatory advocacy, and strategic campaigns in an agency, in-house, or government setting in Italy.

• Political & Regulatory Expertise: Deep understanding of Italian political processes, legislative dynamics, and public policy frameworks.

• Stakeholder Network: Established relationships across Italian policy makers, regulatory bodies, trade associations, and key political stakeholders.

• Bilingual Communication Skills: Clear and compelling communication skills in both English and Italian, with proven ability to tailor complex policy positions for diverse audiences.

• International Matrix Experience: Proven ability to navigate, advise, and execute within a fast-paced, global organization.

• The Right Attributes, Competencies & Capabilities: high level of ambition, strong leadership capabilities, collaborative mindset, creativity, and willingness to explore new approaches.

• Academic Background: University degree in law, public policy, political science, or a related field.

Nice to Have

• Platform & Tech Industry Experience: Understanding of gig economy regulatory frameworks, labor affairs, marketplace platforms, or e-commerce policy.

Our Global Structure

Deliveroo is now part of DoorDash, bringing together teams with even greater reach, scale, and ambition. Depending on your role, you may collaborate with teammates, systems, and leaders across DoorDash and Wolt. Together, we’re unlocking new possibilities as one global team.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Deliveroo, we know that a great workplace reflects the world around us and that true diversity and inclusion make us stronger, more creative, and better at what we do. We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can do their best work and feel they belong.

We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion, or belief.

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and need support to apply for one of our roles, or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know once you’ve submitted your application. We’ll share details on how to request support so we can ensure you have a fair and equitable experience.