Policy Lead Jobs
Policy lead jobs are open across government agencies, nonprofits, healthcare, and technology, at every level from associate to director, with specializations in public policy, regulatory affairs, and legislative strategy. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of approximately 219,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
Citi does business in more than 180 countries and jurisdictions, providing corporations, governments, investors, institutions and individuals with a broad range of financial products and services.
This new role within Government Affairs (GA) is Citi’s lead representative to U.S.-based government officials working on U.S. foreign policy affecting transatlantic relations between the United States and Europe, particularly those impacting financial services. Based in Washington, D.C., the role reports to the practice head leading the GA U.S. Foreign Policy team and leads political engagement with policymakers who shape the firm’s policy operating environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as Citi’s lead advocate on U.S. foreign policy with officials focused on U.S.-Europe relations across the U.S. administration, U.S.-based multilateral institutions (e.g., the United Nations), and U.S.-based European embassies as well as thought leaders at relevant think tanks.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with external leaders shaping public policy. Engage leaders directly and strengthen relationships between Citi business leaders and senior government officials by developing and executing political engagement plans, including annual meeting plans, writing advocacy briefs, and talking points.
- Represent Citi’s public policy positions and advocate for the firm’s interests with portfolio officials. Develop and execute government engagement strategies to address policy issues prioritized by the practice head based on their business impact to Citi, with a focus on achieving outcomes that advance Citi’s policy objectives.
- Advise GA and business leaders on the business implications of government actions. Provide timely insight on political, legislative and policy developments, as well as emerging risks, and brief the practice head and internal colleagues as appropriate.
- Represent Citi at external events and public fora as appropriate.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in government affairs or related field, including in government, a major corporation, trade association, or other business organization.
- Experience working on foreign policy related to financial. services and the transatlantic relationship. Familiarity with the intersection of tech and financial services a plus.
- Experience engaging senior business and government leaders
- Strong existing relationships with U.S. government officials.
- Demonstrated ability to work with coalitions, peers, consultants and external partners including trade associations and political organizations.
Competencies
- Public Policy and Political Insight and Business Acumen. Strong understanding of how government actions impact business decisions. Significant knowledge of the intersection of U.S. and European political trends and their implications for financial services policy. Demonstrated ability to translate political risk into effective advocacy strategy.
- Leadership. Team player able to build trusted relationships with senior-level policymakers and business partners. Experience coordinating and engaging colleagues and networks across geographies and functions. Effective communicator who can engage comfortably with a wide range of audiences.
- Results Orientation. Self-motivated, strategic, and outcomes-focused professional able to manage multiple priorities, operate effectively in ambiguity, and deliver high-quality work independently while partnering closely with senior leadership. Able to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution to advance government affairs objectives. Demonstrated ability to translate relationships, insights, and advocacy efforts into meaningful policy outcomes for the business.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
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Job Family Group:
Communications and External Relations-
Job Family:
Government Affairs-
Time Type:
Full time-
Primary Location:
Washington District Of Columbia United States-
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$182,400.00 - $273,600.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.-
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.-
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Nov 19, 2026-
Automated Processing and AI
We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.
Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.
Illinois residents – AI Notice and Right (opens in new window)
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Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of approximately 219,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
Citi does business in more than 180 countries and jurisdictions, providing corporations, governments, investors, institutions and individuals with a broad range of financial products and services.
This new role within Government Affairs (GA) is Citi’s lead representative to U.S.-based government officials working on U.S. foreign policy affecting transatlantic relations between the United States and Europe, particularly those impacting financial services. Based in Washington, D.C., the role reports to the practice head leading the GA U.S. Foreign Policy team and leads political engagement with policymakers who shape the firm’s policy operating environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as Citi’s lead advocate on U.S. foreign policy with officials focused on U.S.-Europe relations across the U.S. administration, U.S.-based multilateral institutions (e.g., the United Nations), and U.S.-based European embassies as well as thought leaders at relevant think tanks.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with external leaders shaping public policy. Engage leaders directly and strengthen relationships between Citi business leaders and senior government officials by developing and executing political engagement plans, including annual meeting plans, writing advocacy briefs, and talking points.
- Represent Citi’s public policy positions and advocate for the firm’s interests with portfolio officials. Develop and execute government engagement strategies to address policy issues prioritized by the practice head based on their business impact to Citi, with a focus on achieving outcomes that advance Citi’s policy objectives.
- Advise GA and business leaders on the business implications of government actions. Provide timely insight on political, legislative and policy developments, as well as emerging risks, and brief the practice head and internal colleagues as appropriate.
- Represent Citi at external events and public fora as appropriate.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in government affairs or related field, including in government, a major corporation, trade association, or other business organization.
- Experience working on foreign policy related to financial. services and the transatlantic relationship. Familiarity with the intersection of tech and financial services a plus.
- Experience engaging senior business and government leaders
- Strong existing relationships with U.S. government officials.
- Demonstrated ability to work with coalitions, peers, consultants and external partners including trade associations and political organizations.
Competencies
- Public Policy and Political Insight and Business Acumen. Strong understanding of how government actions impact business decisions. Significant knowledge of the intersection of U.S. and European political trends and their implications for financial services policy. Demonstrated ability to translate political risk into effective advocacy strategy.
- Leadership. Team player able to build trusted relationships with senior-level policymakers and business partners. Experience coordinating and engaging colleagues and networks across geographies and functions. Effective communicator who can engage comfortably with a wide range of audiences.
- Results Orientation. Self-motivated, strategic, and outcomes-focused professional able to manage multiple priorities, operate effectively in ambiguity, and deliver high-quality work independently while partnering closely with senior leadership. Able to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution to advance government affairs objectives. Demonstrated ability to translate relationships, insights, and advocacy efforts into meaningful policy outcomes for the business.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
-
Job Family Group:
Communications and External Relations-
Job Family:
Government Affairs-
Time Type:
Full time-
Primary Location:
Washington District Of Columbia United States-
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$182,400.00 - $273,600.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
-
Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.-
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.-
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Nov 19, 2026-
Automated Processing and AI
We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.
Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.
Illinois residents – AI Notice and Right (opens in new window)
-
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in policy lead jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in public policy, political science, law, or a related field
- 5 or more years of experience in policy development, legislative affairs, or regulatory work
- Demonstrated ability to write clear policy memos, briefs, and regulatory comments
- Experience building relationships with government officials, advocacy groups, or agency staff
- Proficiency analyzing legislation, proposed rules, and budget documents
- Familiarity with federal or state rulemaking processes and administrative law basics
Tips for Your Policy Lead Job Search
Tailor your resume to policy outcomes
Policy lead roles want to see the real-world impact of your work, not just your responsibilities. Reframe bullet points around bills advanced, regulations influenced, or coalitions built. Generic government experience listed without outcomes gets screened out fast.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists policy lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing. Early applicants get seen before hiring managers narrow the field.
Match your language to the sector
A policy lead resume aimed at a federal agency should emphasize statutory authority and rulemaking. The same candidate applying to a tech company should highlight regulatory strategy and stakeholder engagement. Rewrite the top third of your resume for each sector you target.
Get your writing samples policy-ready
Most policy lead interviews ask for a writing sample. Pick a memo, brief, or testimony that shows you can translate complex issues into decision-ready language. If your best sample is confidential, write a short public-policy brief on a current issue before you start applying.
Prepare for the stakeholder scenario question
Interviewers for policy lead roles almost always ask how you handle conflicting stakeholder priorities. Prepare two or three specific examples where you balanced competing interests and moved a policy forward. Walk through the tradeoffs you made and what you would do differently.
Negotiate your title alongside your offer
Policy roles in government and nonprofits often have compressed pay bands, so title and scope matter more than they do elsewhere. When you get an offer, ask about the grade or band ceiling, what budget authority comes with the role, and whether the title can be adjusted before you accept.
Policy Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most policy leads?
The most active employers for policy leads right now are Google, Citi, and Youtube, and the most openings are in District of Columbia, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong in healthcare, technology, and financial services, where regulatory complexity has pushed companies to build in-house policy teams.
How many policy lead jobs are remote?
About 68% of policy lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though roles that require regular Hill meetings or state agency engagement tend to stay in-person. Technology companies and national nonprofits are most likely to offer fully remote arrangements, while federal contractors typically require on-site or hybrid schedules tied to agency access requirements.
How do you become a policy lead?
Start by building a foundation in policy analysis through a relevant graduate program or by working as a policy analyst or legislative staffer. Move into roles where you draft original policy documents, manage external stakeholders, and advise decision-makers directly. Demonstrating that you can own a policy portfolio end-to-end, from research through implementation, is what gets you to the lead level.
Can I get a policy lead job with limited experience?
Breaking in with limited experience means showing substantive policy work even if your titles have been junior. Publish an op-ed or policy brief on a current issue, contribute to a think tank or advocacy organization as a volunteer, and get a supervisor to vouch for the complexity of work you owned. Hiring managers weigh the quality of your writing samples and your grasp of the policy process more than years on a resume.
What does the policy lead interview process look like?
Most policy lead interview processes run three to four rounds. An initial screening call with HR or a recruiter is usually followed by a substantive interview with the policy director or a panel of senior staff. Candidates are often asked to submit a writing sample before or after that round, and a final interview with executive leadership or a cross-functional panel closes the process. Expect scenario questions about stakeholder conflicts and questions about your specific policy expertise.
Where can I find and apply to policy lead jobs?
You can find and apply to policy lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your policy area and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits. Listings are updated regularly, so checking back every few days keeps you ahead of new postings.
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