Date Posted:
April 25, 2026
Position Title:
Manager, Public Affairs
Office/Company:
Capital One
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-05457
Reports To:
Location:
McLean, VA
Contact:
Salary:
$134,400 – $153,300
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Capital One is looking for a strategic, creative, and results-driven communications professional to join our Public Affairs team.Lead the end-to-end development of advocacy campaigns and communications programs that advance Capital One’s legislative and regulatory priorities at the federal and state levels.Bachelor’s degree or military experience, At least five years of communications experience, At least three years of public affairs experience
Responsibilities:
• Lead the end-to-end development of advocacy campaigns and communications programs that advance Capital One’s legislative and regulatory priorities at the federal and state levels.
• Draft high-impact messaging, talking points, and rapid response materials for internal and external audiences on a range of complex policy issues.
• Partner closely with industry associations, coalitions, and peer groups to conceptualize, drive, and shape initiatives that support policy and reputation goals.
• Provide real-time, strategic counsel to senior leaders, helping to navigate high-stakes policy environments and aligning communications with business objectives.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key reporters in Washington, D.C., and select markets to drive narratives and provide strategic framing.
• Leverage Capital One data and proprietary research to contextualize issues for policymakers and support evidence-based storytelling.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or military experience
• At least five years of communications experience
• At least three years of public affairs experience
Instructions:
Email to apply
Other:
At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
