Regional Public Affairs Lead [AQ-10734]

About the role

Aquent is partnering with a pioneering company at the forefront of reinventing personal transportation, driven by passion and purpose. This organization is building the future of mobility, creating and amplifying a story that excites users, motivates its team, and fosters strong relationships with local communities and partners. Join a creative, collaborative environment where innovative ideas thrive, all united by a singular mission to transform how people move. Make a profound impact as you step into a pivotal role, shaping the public affairs strategy across a dynamic portfolio of markets.

This position requires the ability to travel up to 75%.

Responsibilities

• Build regional public affairs strategies for diverse market portfolios, assessing community conditions and political landscapes to guide engagement levels at each stage of market development.
• Collaborate with in-market consultants to develop comprehensive market plans and achieve strategic goals.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with senior community stakeholders, including civic leaders, neighborhood associations, coalition partners, and key non-elected influencers across your markets.
• Support strategic mapping efforts in coordination with internal policy experts and consultants, identifying advocates and opportunities within your regions.
• Oversee the design and execution of community activations and events, ensuring each initiative aligns with market-specific objectives.
• Identify, cultivate, and mobilize local advocates to champion the company’s mission.
• Work cross-functionally with internal policy, operational, and communications and marketing teams to ensure community efforts are aligned with business priorities and regulatory timelines.
• Provide regular intelligence briefs to leadership on community sentiment, political developments, and emerging risks or opportunities across your region.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with 8 to 10 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, community organizing, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience supporting and coordinating with consultants or agencies and collaborating effectively across diverse internal teams.
• Strong political and community instincts, with a proven track record of navigating complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Ability to operate independently across multiple markets while maintaining tight alignment with a central team.
• Persuasive communication skills, capable of representing the company effectively at community meetings, civic hearings, and senior stakeholder conversations.
• Experience in technology, transportation, or other regulated industries.

Benefits

Eligible talent get access to amazing benefits including:

• Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans.
• Paid sick leave.
• Retirement plans with a match.
• Free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.