Public Policy Manager

Job Description: • Build the Policy Function: Establish our public policy program, including frameworks for monitoring, engagement, advocacy, and cross-functional coordination. • Develop & Execute Policy Strategy: Craft policy goals in alignment with leadership and translate them into strategy across U.S. and international jurisdictions. • Monitor & Analyze Regulatory Landscape: Track federal, state, and local developments in financial services, payments, and data/privacy, and assess business impact. • Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement: Represent Ramp externally and build trusted relationships with policymakers, regulators, industry associations, and coalitions. • Provide Strategic Advice: Advise leadership and internal teams (Product, Legal, Compliance, Comms) on policy risk and regulatory strategy. • Coalition & Association Management: Evaluate and establish memberships in trade associations; lead or contribute to joint submissions, comment letters, or policy campaigns. • Hands-On Execution: Draft policy briefs, talking points, and comment letters. Lead meetings, hearings, and coalition engagements directly. • Scale the Program: As the function grows, help define future hiring needs and mentor future teammates. Requirements: • 8+ years of experience in public policy or government affairs roles, preferably with experience working in the legislative or executive branch. • Deep understanding of U.S. policymaking and regulatory processes, ideally within financial services or payments. • Experience in building policy strategies and running advocacy campaigns with limited resources. • Exceptional communication skills—able to craft nuanced narratives for both policymakers and executives. • Strong judgment, independence, and ability to influence. • Comfortable working in a high-velocity environment where you’ll execute independently and build from scratch Benefits: • 100% medical, dental & vision insurance coverage for you • Partially covered for your dependents • One Medical annual membership • 401k (including employer match on contributions made while employed by Ramp) • Flexible PTO • Fertility HRA (up to $5,000 per year) • WFH stipend to support your home office needs • Wellness stipend • Parental Leave • Relocation support to NYC or SF (as needed) • Pet insurance Apply tot his job