Role: Public Affairs Specialist
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Indicative range: $70,000 – $115,000 (USD equivalent), plus benefits.
Role Overview
We are hiring a Public Affairs Specialist to engage with policymakers, stakeholders, and the public on issues that matter to the organisation. The role combines policy fluency with strong communication — shaping how the company shows up in the policy conversation.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor legislation, regulation, and policy trends relevant to the business
- Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, regulators, and stakeholders
- Draft policy briefs, position papers, and stakeholder communications
- Coordinate engagement at hearings, conferences, and stakeholder forums
- Partner with legal, communications, and product teams on regulatory issues
- Track and report on public affairs activities and outcomes
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 3+ years in public affairs, government relations, or policy
- Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes
- Excellent written communication, including policy writing
- Existing relationships in relevant policy areas is a plus
- Comfort with stakeholder engagement and coalition building
- Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, or related field
What You'll Bring
- Sharp analytical thinking and the ability to structure ambiguity
- Strong written and verbal communication, including executive-ready outputs
- Bias toward action and the ability to drive recommendations to outcomes
- Comfort working asynchronously across time zones
What We Offer
- Fully remote, flexible work hours
- Performance-based bonus structure
- Annual learning & development stipend
- Health and wellness benefits (varies by location)
- Opportunity to work on high-scale, real-world impact projects
Equal Opportunity Statement
This is an equal opportunity role. Applications are welcomed from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and demonstrated ability.