Policy & Campaigns Lead, Media & Public Affairs

Affirm, Inc.; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 164,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% health coverage for you and your

Monthly tech stipends

Flexible time off and holidays

ESPP stock purchase plan

Job summary

Affirm, Inc. is seeking a senior communications leader to shape how the public understands credit and pay-over-time products. You will develop campaigns, influence coverage, and build evidence-based arguments across policymakers, reporters, and stakeholders.

You’ll lead with a strong coalition-building approach, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and craft narratives that translate complex finance topics into clear, consumer-friendly language.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in communications, with relationships across policy and tech media.
• Track record leading complex press strategies end to end, including challenging situations.
• Experience in policy communications within advocacy, regulatory affairs, or public affairs.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy and run the campaign to shape public perception of Affirm’s credit and pay-over-time messaging.
• Shape what becomes news by integrating Affirm into policy and industry conversations.
• Build proof from original consumer research and third-party data to support arguments.

Skills

Campaign mindset

Media relationships

Policy communications

Connector

Proactive instinct

Transparency advocacy

Persuasive writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Sound judgment

Industry storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Affirm, Inc. is seeking a senior communications leader to shape how the public understands credit and pay-over-time products. You will develop campaigns, influence coverage, and build evidence-based arguments across policymakers, reporters, and stakeholders.

You’ll lead with a strong coalition-building approach, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and craft narratives that translate complex finance topics into clear, consumer-friendly language.