U.S. Policy Manager

P2P; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a U.S. Policy Manager to join their Global Public Policy team. This role involves engaging with key policymakers and regulators to shape the company's policy objectives in the rapidly evolving digital asset landscape. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with internal teams, draft influential policy documents, and represent the firm at public events. If you're passionate about driving impactful policy initiatives and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position offers a chance to make a significant difference while growing your career in a supportive and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonuses and equity

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Professional development budget

Mobile phone stipend

Generous vacation policy

Catered lunches

Wellness reimbursement

Team bonding activities

Industry-leading parental leave policies

Qualifications

• 7+ years in public policy or regulatory engagement, ideally in tech or financial services.
• Experience with federal and state policymakers and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with policymakers and regulators to advance strategic goals.
• Monitor and analyze legislative initiatives affecting the company.

Skills

Public Policy

Government Affairs

Regulatory Engagement

Communication Skills

Strategic Problem Solving

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Public Policy or Related Field

Job description

At Ripple, we’re building a world where value moves like information does today. It’s big, it’s bold, and we’re already doing it. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments, and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating greater economic fairness and opportunity for more people, in more places around the world. And we get to do the best work of our career and grow our skills surrounded by colleagues who have our backs.

If you’re ready to see your impact and unlock incredible career growth opportunities, join us, and build real world value.

THE WORK:

Ripple is seeking a Policy Manager, U.S. to join our Global Public Policy team and support our engagement efforts across the United States. The U.S. Policy Manager will help advance Ripple’s strategic goals by managing relationships with key policymakers, regulators, and other stakeholders, advising on regulatory matters, and supporting policy initiatives that impact Ripple’s business. This role will work closely with internal business partners and external collaborators to shape Ripple’s policy objectives and drive engagement with government officials at the federal and state levels.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Create opportunities for Ripple to engage with policymakers, regulators, and industry influencers at the federal and state levels across the United States.
• Collaborate with business partners to understand Ripple’s needs and provide strategic advice on the impact of public policy developments on the company’s operations.
• Monitor, analyze, and engage on relevant legislative and regulatory initiatives in the U.S., including emerging issues in digital assets, payments, and financial services.
• Educate policymakers, regulators, and partners on Ripple’s solutions and the company’s role as a blockchain and FinTech service provider.
• Draft comment letters, consultation responses, and policy papers that advocate for responsible innovation in the digital assets space.
• Build a strong network of support among key external partners, including trade associations, industry groups, and advocacy organizations.
• Represent Ripple at public events, panels, and meetings with government stakeholders.
• Maintain relationships with external consultants and membership organizations that support Ripple’s policy objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• 7+ years of relevant experience in public policy, government affairs, or regulatory engagement, ideally in emerging technology, payments, financial services, or crypto-related fields.
• Direct experience interacting with federal and state policymakers, regulators, and legislative staff, with a strong understanding of the U.S. regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of digital asset and blockchain policy is preferred, or experience in enterprise payments with a demonstrated interest in learning quickly about blockchain and crypto.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience drafting policy documents and delivering executive-level presentations.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with policymakers, regulators, and external partners.
• Strategic problem solver with the ability to operate independently, manage multiple priorities, and navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
• Highly self-motivated work ethic, demonstrating sound judgment, trustworthiness, and initiative.
• Willingness to travel domestically as needed.

WHO WE ARE:

Do Your Best Work

• The opportunity to build in a fast-paced start-up environment with experienced industry leaders.
• A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact. A professional development budget to support other modes of learning.
• Thrive in an environment where no matter what race, ethnicity, gender, origin, or culture they identify with, every employee is a respected, valued, and empowered part of the team.
• In-office collaboration for moments that matter is important to our culture, and we give managers and teams the flexibility to decide which 10+ days a month they come in.
• Bi-weekly all-company meeting - business updates and ask me anything style discussion with our Leadership Team.
• We come together for moments that matter which include team offsites, team bonding activities, happy hours, and more!

Take Control of Your Finances

• Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity.
• Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support.
• Employee giving match.
• Mobile phone stipend.

Take Care of Yourself

• R&R days so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming.
• Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it.
• Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits.
• Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events.

Benefits listed above are for full-time employees.

Ripple is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We do not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by local law or ordinance. Please find our UK/EU Applicant Privacy Notice and our California Applicant Privacy Notice for reference.