Public Affairs Manager

Role Overview

• Support the development and execution of global public affairs strategies that advance Stripe’s policy and business objectives.
• Coordinating with regional Government Affairs, Policy Development, Communications, and Marketing leads to adapt global narratives and campaigns for local markets, ensuring meaningful data and proof points to support policy and advocacy efforts.
• Execute external engagement activities, including outreach to policymakers, industry groups, and partner organizations, under senior direction.
• Draft and maintain clear messaging, briefing materials, talking points, and short-form collateral for internal and external audiences.
• Support the management of stakeholder relationships (e.g., trade associations, think tanks, NGOs, partner companies) and maintain stakeholder tracking.
• Help organize events and convenings that bring Stripe leaders, users, and partners into policy conversations.
• Support measurement and reporting of global public affairs activities and contribute to team processes and project management.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in public policy, public affairs, government relations, communications, advocacy, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience executing political or advocacy campaigns, building coalitions, coordinating stakeholders, and managing events.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills, including experience producing clear briefings and short-form messaging.
• Interest in and basic understanding of policy, government affairs, and the tech or payments ecosystem.
• Comfortable working with cross-functional partners and in an international environment.
• Proven collaborator who is resourceful, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel 25% for meetings and events.
• Professional experience and existing relationships within the US and European policy ecosystem.
• Experience supporting global or multi‑jurisdictional public affairs work, including adapting and deploying global messaging and playbooks for local audiences.
• Background or advocacy in technology, financial services, or related sectors.
• Language skills beyond English a plus.

Benefits

• We're open to applicants in the US and Brussels for this role.