Job Description
Our CompanyAfterpay is transforming the way we pay by allowing customers to receive products immediately and pay for their purchases over four installments, always interest-free. The service is completely free for customers who pay on time - helping people spend responsibly without incurring interest, fees or extended debt!
Afterpay is offered by more than 55,000 of the world’s best retailers and has more than 10 million active customers globally. In the U.S. more than 5 million customers use Afterpay and is offered by more than 15,000 of the top fashion and beauty retailers across the country - including Anthropologie, Forever 21, DSW, GOAT, Finish Line, Levi’s, Mac Cosmetics, Ray-Ban and many others. We are currently available in Australia, New Zealand, the United States and the United Kingdom where the brand is called Clearpay. Our U.S. headquarters are located at the heart of the retail and business district in San Francisco, California.
Afterpay is on a mission to power an economy in which everyone wins.
The RoleAfterpay is looking for a US Senior Manager of Public Policy amp; Regulatory Affairs. The role is based in San Francisco (with flexible work from home arrangements in place) and reports to the Global Head of Public Policy and External Affairs.
The successful candidate will develop and contribute to the following areas:-Afterpay’s contribution to public policy and regulatory development in the US.-Representing the company with government officials including elected officials and regulators both at Federal and State levels.-Partnerships and engagement with industry associations relevant to our business, including:-Consumer representative groups-Retail and fashion associations-Small business organizations-Afterpay's long term narrative around millennials, Gen Z, small business and wider economic contribution.-Support the company's policy efforts in Canada.
Applicants should have the ability to:-Manage and cultivate relationships.-Understand complex policy documents with the ability to simplify for non-policy audiences.-Be willing to build a team over time.-Work closely with the Afterpay’s product and engineering teams to distil technical concepts into easy-to-understand communications materials that showcase innovation.
Basic qualifications-10+ years experience in public affairs, government, legal and/or policy roles.-Bachelor’s degree in law, economics, public policy or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred qualifications-Subject-matter experience in tech and financial services.-Demonstrated ability to work calmly and maintain good judgment in fast-paced environments.-Ability to plan and execute on multiple projects simultaneously, and to influence stakeholders.-Being a team-player who can divvy up difficult projects and work well with a number of cross-functional teammates.-Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
What We Offer• Competitive compensation packages• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (100% covered!)• Fun virtual company events amp; collaborative team• Supportive, laid-back environment• Award winning culture
How to ApplyIf you are brave, if you are committed to doing the right thing, if you always keep it real, and your background matches the description above then please apply today!Afterpay is continuing to hire for all open roles with all interviewing and on-boarding done virtually due to COVID-19. All new team members, in addition to current staff, will temporarily work from home until it is safe to return to our offices.
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