Public Policy Manager

Job Description:• Build the Policy Function: Establish our public policy program, including frameworks for monitoring, engagement, advocacy, and cross-functional coordination. • Develop & Execute Policy Strategy: Craft policy goals in alignment with leadership and translate them into strategy across U.S. and international jurisdictions. • Monitor & Analyze Regulatory Landscape: Track federal, state, and local developments in financial services, payments, and data/privacy, and assess business impact.• Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement: Represent Ramp externally and build trusted relationships with policymakers, regulators, industry associations, and coalitions. • Provide Strategic Advice: Advise leadership and internal teams (Product, Legal, Compliance, Comms) on policy risk and regulatory strategy. • Coalition & Association Management: Evaluate and establish memberships in trade associations; lead or contribute to joint submissions, comment letters, or policy campaigns. • Hands-On Execution: Draft policy briefs, talking points, and comment letters.Lead meetings, hearings, and coalition engagements directly. • Scale the Program: As the function grows, help define future hiring needs and mentor future teammates. Requirements:• 8+ years of experience in public policy or government affairs roles, preferably with experience working in the legislative or executive branch. • Deep understanding of U.S. policymaking and regulatory processes, ideally within financial services or payments. • Experience in building policy strategies and running advocacy campaigns with limited resources.• Exceptional communication skills—able to craft nuanced narratives for both policymakers and executives. • Strong judgment, independence, and ability to influence. • Comfortable working in a high-velocity environment where you’ll execute independently and build from scratchBenefits:• 100% medical, dental & vision insurance coverage for you• Partially covered for your dependents• One Medical annual membership• 401k (including employer match on contributions made while employed by Ramp)• Flexible PTO• Fertility HRA (up to $5,000 per year)• WFH stipend to support your home office needs• Wellness stipend• Parental Leave• Relocation support to NYC or SF (as needed)• Pet insurance Apply tot his job