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Responsibility：
- Lead WeRide’s EU public policy and government affairs strategy.
- Build and manage relationships with the European Commission, European Parliament, EU agencies, Member State governments and regulators.
- Develop policy positions and advocacy strategies on autonomous driving, transportation, AI, safety and mobility.
- Represent WeRide in meetings with policymakers, regulators, industry associations and stakeholder groups.
- Identify regulatory opportunities and risks and advise senior leadership.
- Build coalitions with industry, mobility and technology stakeholders.
- Partner closely with Legal, Safety, Communications, Operations and Business Development teams.
Requirement：
- 7+ years of experience in EU public policy, government affairs, regulatory affairs or a related field.
- Strong understanding of EU policy making and regulatory processes.
- Established relationships with European policymakers and regulators.
- Experience leading policy strategies and stakeholder engagement.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and public-speaking skills.
- Background in automotive, mobility, transportation, autonomous vehicles or technology policy is preferred.
- Well known German policy and German speaker is preferred.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Responsibility：
- Lead WeRide’s EU public policy and government affairs strategy.
- Build and manage relationships with the European Commission, European Parliament, EU agencies, Member State governments and regulators.
- Develop policy positions and advocacy strategies on autonomous driving, transportation, AI, safety and mobility.
- Represent WeRide in meetings with policymakers, regulators, industry associations and stakeholder groups.
- Identify regulatory opportunities and risks and advise senior leadership.
- Build coalitions with industry, mobility and technology stakeholders.
- Partner closely with Legal, Safety, Communications, Operations and Business Development teams.
Requirement：
- 7+ years of experience in EU public policy, government affairs, regulatory affairs or a related field.
- Strong understanding of EU policy making and regulatory processes.
- Established relationships with European policymakers and regulators.
- Experience leading policy strategies and stakeholder engagement.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and public-speaking skills.
- Background in automotive, mobility, transportation, autonomous vehicles or technology policy is preferred.
- Well known German policy and German speaker is preferred.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Who's Hiring
- Google12
- Meta11
- Burson Global7B
- Humana6
- Walmart4
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Education
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in public affairs manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in public policy, communications, political science, or a related field
- Experience developing and executing government relations or advocacy strategies
- Strong written communication skills including press releases, talking points, and policy briefs
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships with elected officials, regulators, or community stakeholders
- Familiarity with legislative and regulatory processes at federal, state, or local levels
- Experience managing cross-functional teams or coordinating with legal, marketing, and executive leadership
Tips for Your Public Affairs Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume for policy context
Public affairs hiring managers want to see the specific policy areas you've worked in, not just communication tasks. Name the legislation, regulatory bodies, or government levels your work touched, and quantify coalition size or stakeholder reach where you can.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists public affairs manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight cross-sector government relations experience
Many employers distinguish between federal, state, and local government relations experience. If you've worked across multiple levels or have experience in both regulatory and legislative environments, make that explicit on your resume and in your cover letter.
Build a portfolio of public-facing work
Bring writing samples that show range: a testimony, a press statement, a stakeholder briefing, and an op-ed if you have one. Public affairs roles assess your ability to shift tone and frame issues for different audiences, so variety matters more than volume.
Research the organization's current policy priorities
Before your interview, identify the two or three regulatory or legislative issues the organization is actively navigating. Interviewers for public affairs roles expect candidates to arrive with a point of view on those issues, not just a summary of their own experience.
Negotiate using total compensation, not title alone
Public affairs roles in government-adjacent sectors often have compressed salary bands but offer flexible hours, conference budgets, or remote days that private-sector roles don't. Know which of those matter to you before you get to the offer stage.
Public Affairs Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most public affairs managers?
The companies hiring the most public affairs managers right now include Google, Meta, and Burson Global, with the largest share of openings in District of Columbia, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, energy companies, and large nonprofits consistently post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many public affairs manager jobs are remote?
About 80% of public affairs manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully on-site roles most common at government agencies and associations that require regular in-person lobbying or stakeholder meetings. Crisis communications and media relations sub-specialties tend to offer the most remote flexibility within the field.
How do you become a public affairs manager?
Most public affairs managers start in communications, government, journalism, or policy roles and build toward management over several years. Practical steps include working in a legislative office, advocacy organization, or corporate communications team, developing relationships with government contacts, and taking on campaign or crisis communications projects that demonstrate strategic judgment and cross-functional coordination.
Can you get hired as a public affairs manager with little experience?
Some organizations hire candidates into public affairs manager roles with limited formal experience if they bring strong policy knowledge, existing government relationships, or demonstrated results from adjacent work in communications or advocacy. Internships with elected officials, campaign work, or volunteer roles with trade associations often carry more weight than years of experience in unrelated fields.
What does the public affairs manager interview process look like?
Most public affairs manager interview processes include an initial screening call, a writing or strategy exercise such as drafting a stakeholder briefing or mock press statement, and a panel interview with communications, legal, or executive leadership. Interviewers typically probe your experience with specific policy areas, your approach to managing relationships under pressure, and how you've handled reputational or regulatory crises.
Where can I find and apply to public affairs manager jobs?
You can find and apply to public affairs manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your policy background, seniority level, and preferred industry, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience.
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