Strategic Policy & External Affairs Communications Lead

Block; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 135,800 - 245,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible time off

Retirement savings plans

Remote work options

Job summary

Block is looking for a skilled communications strategist to enhance its policy and external affairs work. The successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping how Block engages in public conversations, particularly around financial access and regulatory issues.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of how Block navigates complex policy landscapes with a coherent and trusted voice. Ideal applicants will have a background in policy communications with strong writing skills and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Background in policy communications, public affairs, or issues-driven storytelling.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear narratives.
• Experience engaging with external stakeholders proactively.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications strategy across policy and external affairs.
• Partner with various teams to shape external narratives.
• Build and manage external engagement strategies.
• Translate regulatory issues into clear narratives.

Skills

Strategic storytelling

Policy communications

Excellent writing skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Block is looking for a skilled communications strategist to enhance its policy and external affairs work. The successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping how Block engages in public conversations, particularly around financial access and regulatory issues.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of how Block navigates complex policy landscapes with a coherent and trusted voice. Ideal applicants will have a background in policy communications with strong writing skills and a proactive mindset.