Strategic Risk Manager, Ads

Google's Trust & Safety team is seeking a Strategic Risk Manager for their Ads division to help protect users and maintain product integrity. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on crisis management to safeguard Google's advertising ecosystem. The position requires a seasoned professional with 7+ years of experience in Trust and Safety or related fields, who will lead critical incident response, develop mitigation strategies, and work cross-functionally with various teams.

The role sits within Google's Trust & Safety team, which is dedicated to making the internet safer by fighting abuse across all Google products. As a Strategic Risk Manager, you'll be responsible for identifying and assessing potential risks to users and Google's advertising platforms, developing comprehensive mitigation strategies, and leading crisis response efforts. You'll work closely with engineering, product, and policy teams to create solutions that enhance user safety and trust.

Key aspects of the role include conducting impact assessments, building and leading an Ads-focused issue mitigation pod, reviewing past incidents to improve future responses, and managing critical situations that require immediate attention. The position requires excellent communication skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to work across time zones. You'll be exposed to sensitive content and must be comfortable handling challenging situations while maintaining professional judgment.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical understanding, policy awareness, and crisis management expertise. You'll need to demonstrate strong leadership in high-pressure situations, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to influence cross-functionally at various levels. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on user safety and trust in Google's advertising ecosystem while working with cutting-edge technology and talented teams globally.