Public Affairs Director

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Manage the intersection of government, public policy, and corporate interests to shape regulatory outcomes

$70,000 – $160,00040% Remote4 careerDetailPage.levels

Policy Analyst → Government Relations Manager → Public Affairs Director → SVP/Chief External Affairs

$160k

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Public Affairs Directors manage an organization's relationships with government officials, regulators, and public stakeholders. They develop policy positions, lead lobbying efforts, manage PACs, and shape the regulatory environment in which their organization operates. In 2026, public affairs encompasses AI regulation, ESG policy, trade policy, and digital governance across multiple jurisdictions. Industry Demand: high — regulatory complexity across AI, ESG, and data privacy drives demand

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✓Influence policy that shapes industries and societies

✓Work at the intersection of business and government

✓Intellectually stimulating and strategically complex

✓Strong compensation at senior levels

✓Path to executive and political leadership

💰 Salary Range

Entry

$70K

Senior

$160K

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