Public Policy Manager, State and Local
LyftNew York City, New York, United States · Posted 1 month agoDescription
At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.
Lyft is looking for an experienced Public Policy Manager to join our Policy Team! Based in New York City, this position will manage our local NYC policy efforts. This policy expert will work directly with elected officials, policymakers, and key stakeholders. They will deal with a range of political, regulatory, and government issues that are critical to the company. Come join the exciting ride!
Responsibilities:
- Execute Lyft’s legislative, regulatory, and political strategy.
- Represent Lyft in all interactions with electeds, government officials and staff
- Track legislation relevant to Lyft at municipal and county levels
- Work cross-functionally with Lyft senior management on developing public policy priorities
- Work closely with Lyft’s Legal, Compliance, Communications, and Marketplace teams on developing market strategy
- Track and respond to government inquiries and requests on policy issues
- Partner with policymakers from across the political spectrum in the best interests of rideshare drivers and riders
- Inform company stakeholders and lines of business on legislative and regulatory developments
- Manage external consultants to assist with key Lyft policy priorities
- Manage strategic relationships with external stakeholders and third party organizations based in NYC.
- Draft comments, talking points and memos for senior Lyft executives
- Identify, cultivate and manage relationships with strategic local third party and business groups, local nonprofits and community organizations leveraging Lyft’s internal programs and product offerings
- Develop strategic public engagement plans positioning Lyft as a “Force for Good” and reliable thought partner to city officials and third party groups in the NYC market
- Oversee local budget and work cross-functionally with Lyft senior management on drafting plans developing public policy priorities
- Mobilize supporters and activists to show their support during key legislative moments
- Travel throughout the 5 boroughs of NYC
Experience:
- 5+ years of political, government, and/or government relations experience
- Experience directly lobbying government officials on complex issues
- Natural connector and relationship builder
- Exceptional strategic and problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding environment
- Proven self-starter with experience leading and winning on complex policy issues
- Natural connector and relationship builder
- Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation) - you know how to tell a good story and advocate your position
- Attention to detail
- Deep relationships with NYC policymakers and community organizations
- Lyft user / believer
Benefits:
- Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
- Mental health benefits
- Family building benefits
- Child care and pet benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match to help save for your future
- In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
- 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
- Subsidized commuter benefits
- Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership
Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid
The expected base pay range for this position in the New York City area is $118,000 - $147,500, not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.
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