Public Affairs Specialist - Remote

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Fully remote position

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Public Affairs Specialist to lead external relations from a fully remote position. You will monitor policy developments, craft advocacy materials, and engage with government bodies, regulators, and community groups to advance the company’s interests.

The role requires a political mindset, strong research and writing skills, and the ability to manage a caseload independently. You will support CSR initiatives and help shape long‑term public policy objectives across sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Communications, or related field.
• At least 4 years in public affairs, government relations, or policy-focused roles.
• Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
• Excellent research, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working remotely and managing a caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting the organization.
• Develop and implement strategies to engage with government officials and policymakers.
• Prepare position papers, policy briefs, and advocacy materials for stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with key influencers, industry associations, and community leaders.
• Analyze public opinion and media coverage related to policy issues.
• Support CSR initiatives and community outreach.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Research

Written communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Public Affairs Specialist to join their team on a fully remote basis. This position is crucial for managing and enhancing the company's relationship with government bodies, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders. You will be responsible for monitoring policy developments, analyzing their potential impact, and developing strategic communication plans to advocate for the company's interests. This role requires a politically astute individual with excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills, capable of working independently and effectively from a remote location. You will contribute to shaping public policy and ensuring our client's voice is heard within the relevant sectors, supporting their long‑term strategic objectives from any location.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting the organization.
• Develop and implement strategies to effectively engage with government officials and policymakers.
• Prepare position papers, policy briefs, and advocacy materials for relevant stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with key influencers, industry associations, and community leaders.
• Analyze public opinion and media coverage related to policy issues.
• Support the organization's corporate social responsibility initiatives and community outreach.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or a policy-focused role.
• Strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory process.
• Excellent research, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working remotely and managing a caseload independently.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position offering extensive work flexibility.
• Opportunities to influence policy and contribute to significant public affairs initiatives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• A professional and dynamic work environment focused on advocacy and strategic engagement.