Global Public Policy & Government Affairs Lead

Walmart; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Live Better U education program

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Public Policy to help anticipate, analyze, and respond to public policy issues impacting the business and communities.

You will translate complex policy landscapes into actionable insights and work with leaders to shape strategic engagements. The role supports policy strategy across diverse issue areas and requires judgment, analytical rigor, and rapid fluency in emerging topics, with a strong emphasis on collaboration across

Qualifications

• 5+ years of applied public policy, government affairs, or advocacy experience with demonstrated impact.
• Strong analytical skills to assess complex issues and recommend practical actions.
• Experience working in matrixed organizations and across diverse internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze legislative, regulatory, and government activity across jurisdictions.
• Support development and execution of public policy strategies with research and planning.
• Communicate complex policy developments clearly to internal partners and leadership.
• Help establish workflows for tracking issues and capturing feedback across the global policy team.
• Assist engagement with external stakeholders, including trade associations and NGOs.

Skills

Public policy experience

Analytical skills

Matrixed org experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, economics, communications, or related area

Master's degree in political science, public policy, economics, or related area

Job description

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Public Policy to help anticipate, analyze, and respond to public policy issues impacting the business and communities.

You will translate complex policy landscapes into actionable insights and work with leaders to shape strategic engagements. The role supports policy strategy across diverse issue areas and requires judgment, analytical rigor, and rapid fluency in emerging topics, with a strong emphasis on collaboration across