Program Manager (UK Regulatory)

• This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to Strategic PMO, Lead
• Lead and drive permitting programs across Regulatory, Legal, Policy space, working cross-functionally with teams such as Product, Safety, Engineering, Ops, etc in new markets in the United Kingdom
• Prioritize / manage / drive timelines, risks, and dependencies; resolve misalignments with overall scope and schedule
• Proactively identify and reduce business-critical blockers, including compliance and regulatory challenges that may impact ability to operate
• Keep stakeholders across Waymo informed and aligned; represent programs to senior leadership and partner with them to remove blockers

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
• Personalized workplace adjustments for diverse needs and abilities, including physical, mental, and neurodivergent considerations
• Access to mental health apps
• Onsite wellness centers
• Counseling services
• Second medical opinion for you and your loved ones
• Support programs including menopause benefit
• Medical advocacy program for transgender employees
• Competitive compensation
• Regular bonus and equity performance grant opportunities
• Generous 401(k) and regional retirement plans
• Annual cross-company compensation review and pay equity analysis
• 1-on-1 financial coaching
• Fertility and growing family assistance
• Parental leave and baby bonding leave
• Survivor income benefit
• Elder care and support
• Backup childcare
• Caregiver leave
• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, sick leave, parental leave, disability, and holidays
• Jury duty leave
• Military leave
• Hybrid work model with remote work opportunities also available
• Educational reimbursement
• Peer learning and coaching platform
• Donation matching programs
• Volunteer hours
• Employee resource groups
• Internal community groups and local culture clubs
• Inspiring spaces to work, recharge, and collaborate with fellow Waymonauts
• On-site meals and snacks
• Fitness centers, massage programs, and ergonomic support
• On-demand fitness, wellbeing, and cooking classes
• Commuter benefits- Experience leading large Regulatory/Legal programs across Product, Safety, Engineering, Ops, etc
• 5+ years experience managing complex programs where precision and attention to detail are critical to success
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clear decision-making
• Significant expertise in scaling processes within complex, growing areas
• Strong leadership skills, and clear verbal and written communication
• Expertise within autonomous vehicles or automotive space
• Experience with international and/or multinational regulatory frameworks
• Experience within regulatory or political spaces, including highly-regulated industries
• Experience with road safety, design, or transportation planning