Head Of Public Affairs

brobstongroup.com - Jobboard; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralph Lauren is seeking a Head Of Public Affairs to lead their public affairs strategy, focusing on advocacy and government relations. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of public affairs experience and the ability to present complex policy insights to senior leadership.

This role requires exceptional communication skills, strategic team leadership, and a deep understanding of public policy impacts in the fashion industry. Position located in New York.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of public affairs experience preferred.
• Deep understanding of public policy and regulatory issues.
• Exceptional writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advocacy strategies.
• Present policy positions to stakeholders.
• Monitor legislative developments and assess impacts.
• Produce policy documents and advocacy briefs.
• Cultivate relationships with government officials.
• Lead the public affairs team and manage budgets.

Skills

Public affairs strategy development

Government relations

Stakeholder persuasion

Team leadership

Regulatory impact analysis

Job description

Summary

The Head Of Public Affairs will lead the development and execution of Ralph Lauren’s public affairs strategy, providing policy intelligence, advocacy, and government relations support across key markets. This role will advise senior leadership, craft policy communications, and anticipate regulatory and geopolitical risks that could impact the business. The position is based in New York and reports to the Chief Global Impact and Communications Officer.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advocacy strategies that protect and advance company priorities.
• Present policy positions to government officials, trade associations, coalitions, and industry stakeholders.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess business impacts.
• Produce policy documents, executive summaries, position papers, and advocacy briefs.
• Arrange and prepare high-impact meetings and briefings for senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Cultivate relationships with government officials and maintain partnerships with trade and advocacy organizations.
• Advise on strategic risk and issues management related to regulatory and geopolitical changes.
• Lead and develop the public affairs team, manage external consultants, and oversee the function budget.

Requirements

• 15+ years of public affairs experience in an agency, brand, or political environment preferred.
• Deep understanding of public policy with the ability to distill complex regulatory issues into clear insights.
• Experience in fashion or retail, global supply chains, trade, sustainability, or geopolitical issues preferred.
• Exceptional writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills with experience briefing senior leadership and boards.
• Proven ability to persuade stakeholders, navigate complex policy challenges, and drive outcomes.
• Demonstrated success leading teams and managing projects from strategy through execution.