Manager, Public Affairs

Capital One

McLean, VA, US
Base: $134,400 - $153,300; bonus/equity: performan...
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Lead end-to-end advocacy campaign development
Draft high-impact messaging for policy issues
Partner with industry associations and coalitions
Capital One is seeking a Manager of Public Affairs to lead communications strategies that advocate for the company’s policy interests at various levels of government. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in public affairs, communications, and building relationships with key stakeholders, while contributing to a collaborative and innovative work culture

Job Summary

  • This role leads the development of comprehensive, multi-channel campaigns that advance Capital One's legislative and regulatory priorities at federal and state levels.
  • The position requires serving as a strategic advisor to internal business partners to ensure policy objectives are integrated into the broader corporate reputation and brand narrative.
  • Capital One offers a competitive salary range of $134,400 - $153,300 for McLean, VA, along with performance-based incentive compensation and comprehensive health benefits.

Matching Summary

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Capital One is seeking a Manager of Public Affairs to lead communications strategies that advocate for the company’s policy interests at various levels of government. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in public affairs, communications, and building relationships with key stakeholders, while contributing to a collaborative and innovative work culture.

Salary

Base: $134,400 - $153,300; Bonus/Equity: Performance based incentive compensation including cash bonuses and/or long term incentives; Benefits: Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead end-to-end advocacy campaign development
  • Draft high-impact messaging for policy issues
  • Partner with industry associations and coalitions
  • Cultivate relationships with key reporters in DC
  • Leverage data and research for evidence-based storytelling

Nice-to-have

  • Exceptional judgment and creative problem solving
  • Humility, adaptability, and sense of humor
  • Curiosity about perspectives different from own
  • Proactive identification of emerging policy trends

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or military experience
  • At least five years of communications experience
  • At least three years of public affairs experience
  • No new employment authorization sponsorship available

Work Rights

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