Policy Communications Consultant

Chris Baily; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Job summary

MetLife is seeking a Policy Communications Consultant in Washington, DC with the aim of shaping and executing strategic communications to advance public policy priorities and reputation among policymakers and regulators.

You will partner with policy experts and external affairs teams to craft credible messaging, support forums, briefings, and stakeholder materials, while guiding cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Political Science, Public Policy, Journalism, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong writing/editing skills and ability to simplify complex policy issues for diverse audiences.
• Experience supporting senior executives and managing cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage internal/external communications for government affairs and policy initiatives (briefs, talking points, exec messaging, stakeholder materials).
• Draft, edit, and align content for policymakers, regulators, and partners; advise enterprise comms on policy, regulatory, and political issues.
• Support public policy engagement (forums, briefings, trade associations) with remarks, presentations, and policy summaries.
• Monitor political and policy developments; produce timely updates and maintain consistent tone, branding, and messaging.
• Contribute to digital/social content and media relations messaging; support PAC communications and engagement efforts.

Skills

Strong writing/editing skills

Policy & regulatory understanding

Experience supporting senior Executiv​

Cross-functional project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

General Information

Location Washington, District of Columbia

Alternative Location(s): Posting Location:New York, New York

Working Schedule Full-Time

Work Arrangement Hybrid

Travel Required 10%

Relocation Assistance Available No

Grade 11M

Posted Date 17-Jun-2026

Description and Requirements

The Team You Will JoinJoining Global Marketing & Communications (GMC) means contributing to the company’s customer-centric growth engine by helping customers live more confident futures. Whether driving external or internal marketing and communications, you’ll be fostering engagement and alignment with MetLife’s purpose and values that enable positive customer experiences. Become part of a dynamic team that harnesses an agile and data-driven approach across paid, owned, and earned channels to deliver meaningful and measurable outcomes for MetLife’s key stakeholders: associates, communities, customers, and shareholders.

The Opportunity

The Policy Communications Consultant will play a key role in shaping and executing strategic communications that advance MetLife’s public policy priorities, regulatory positions and reputation among policymakers, regulators, trade associations and other stakeholders. This individual will partner with various functions and regions within Global Government Affairs, including policy subject matter experts and external affairs teams to craft consistent, credible and effective messaging on legislative, regulatory and political issues affecting the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage internal/external communications for government affairs and policy initiatives (briefs, talking points, exec messaging, stakeholder materials).
• Draft, edit, and align content for policymakers, regulators, and partners; advise enterprise comms on policy, regulatory, and political issues.
• Support public policy engagement (forums, briefings, trade associations) with remarks, presentations, and policy summaries.
• Monitor political and policy developments; produce timely updates and maintain consistent tone, branding, and messaging.
• Contribute to digital/social content and media relations messaging; support PAC communications and engagement efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Political Science, Public Policy, Journalism, or related field; 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong writing/editing skills with ability to simplify complex policy issues for diverse audiences.
• Deep understanding of policy, regulatory, and political processes, including media and emerging platforms.
• Experience supporting senior executives and managing cross-functional projects in fast-paced environments.
• Sound judgment with strong awareness of political context, reputation management, and key influencers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the financial services industry and client-business dynamics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (design tools a plus).

Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.

The expected salary range for this position is$89,700 - $119,500.

This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation and stock-based long-term incentives. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.

Benefits We Offer

Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more! For more information regarding MetLife’s U.S. benefits, please click here.

About MetLife

Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.

our purpose

is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!

Equal Opportunity

MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”). If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [e-mail]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process. MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.

This posting is for a current vacancy and is anticipated to remain open for at least 90 days from the listed posting date.