Strategic Policy & Public Affairs Communications Lead

Coinbase Bridge; United States; Remote; USD 171,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Coinbase is hiring a Communications Manager, Policy & Public Affairs to lead narratives shaping how the public, press, and policymakers understand crypto. You will own our policy communications strategy end to end, serving as the lead architect of narratives that connect crypto to financial freedom across the US political landscape.

You will build relationships with national journalists, manage rapid-response cycles, and drive digital outreach across X.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in high-stakes political communications, including Congress or campaigns.
• On-the-record spokesperson with experience handling national media.
• Ability to drive news cycles via digital platforms with measurable results.
• Deep understanding of US regulatory and legislative landscape.
• Strong relationships with Tier 1 political/financial journalists.
• Responsible use of generative AI with human oversight.

Responsibilities

• Own the policy communications strategy end to end for high-stakes initiatives.
• Translate complex policy into clear narratives for public, press, policymakers.
• Lead earned media and rapid-response coverage with national journalists.
• Drive digital communications across X and other platforms to policymakers and crypto community.
• Shape advocacy communications showing real-world impact to legislators.
• Maintain brand authority through election/regulatory cycles.

Skills

High-stakes political communications

Spokesperson experience

News cycle management

US regulatory landscape knowledge

Journalist relationship building

AI in communications

Job description

Coinbase is hiring a Communications Manager, Policy & Public Affairs to lead narratives shaping how the public, press, and policymakers understand crypto. You will own our policy communications strategy end to end, serving as the lead architect of narratives that connect crypto to financial freedom across the US political landscape.

You will build relationships with national journalists, manage rapid-response cycles, and drive digital outreach across X.