Public Affairs Lead, Americas

IFS • Washington, District of Columbia • Posted July 04, 2026

About the Role

Job Description

As we scale rapidly in North America, we're building a world-class Public Affairs function to shape policy, strengthen our regulatory positioning, and elevate our influence across government, academia, and leading institutions.

The Role

We're seeking a North America Lead, Public Affairs to serve as IFS's primary voice and relationship manager across the U.S. policy landscape. Reporting to the Head of External Affairs, you'll be responsible for monitoring policy developments, engaging with federal and state government stakeholders, managing relationships with premier institutions like the World Economic Forum and Milken Institute, and positioning IFS as a credible, influential voice in technology policy debates.

This role requires exceptional judgment, diplomatic skill, and the ability to translate complex technology issues into compelling narratives for policymakers, media, and internal stakeholde...