About this role
To bridge the gap between technical AI development and public understanding, Anthropic needs a dedicated professional to establish and lead its in-house polling and research function. This foundational role addresses the critical challenge of understanding how policymakers, third-party groups, and the general public perceive the company's policy positions, messaging, and campaigns.
The Central Policy team operates at the heart of the organization, working closely with government relations and communications colleagues to ground strategies in rigorous stakeholder sentiment data. The person in this role will design comprehensive polling strategies, manage external research vendors, and translate complex quantitative and qualitative data into actionable recommendations for high-visibility campaigns.
Ideal candidates thrive in ambiguous environments with limited precedent and possess deep expertise in public opinion research. Someone who combines strong strategic thinking with exceptional communication skills will succeed in shaping the narrative around AI safety and policy development.
What you will do
- Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for the in-house political research function to support organizational policy goals.
- Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with leading research and polling firms across diverse demographics and perspectives.
- Conduct proactive research to test core messages, policy proposals, and campaign themes while evaluating brand perception.
- Execute rapid-response polling to assess messaging strategies in response to external events, policymaker actions, and competitive developments.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with external affairs and policy communications teams to translate findings into strategic recommendations.
- Build and maintain a knowledge management system to ensure polling data and insights are accessible and actionable across the organization.
What you need
- Demonstrated experience designing and executing public opinion research, including survey and questionnaire design, sampling approaches, and message testing.
- Proven ability to analyze quantitative and qualitative polling data and translate findings into clear, decision-ready written recommendations.
- Experience selecting, briefing, and managing external polling or research vendors.
- Strong writing and presentation skills focused on distilling complex research for senior, non-technical audiences.
- Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience in a relevant field.
Nice to have
- 10+ years of professional experience in political or public opinion research across multiple campaign cycles and policy environments
- Corporate public affairs experience in a highly scrutinized or regulated industry
Questions candidates ask
What is the remote work policy for this role?
Anthropic operates on a location-based hybrid policy where staff are expected to be in one of the offices at least 25% of the time, though some roles may require more in-office presence.
What is the annual compensation range for this position?
The annual salary range for this role is $230,000 to $265,000 USD.
Does Anthropic offer visa sponsorship for applicants?
Anthropic does sponsor visas and will make every reasonable effort to secure a visa with the help of a retained immigration lawyer if an offer is made.