Epic Games is hiring a
Director Public Policy Engagement

Summary

The job is for a Public Policy Director at Epic Games, responsible for building strategic relationships with government officials in the Americas. The role involves monitoring policy trends, partnering with public policy colleagues, developing and executing public affairs outreach, engaging with local trade associations, and more. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 10+ years of experience in public policy or government relations, fluency in French, Spanish, and/or Portuguese (preferred), and be open to frequent travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree in law, policy, or other relevant discipline preferred
• 10+ years of experience in public policy or government relations. Experience in Canada and/or Latin American countries is helpful

Responsibilities

• Monitor policy and political trends throughout the Americas and develop engagement recommendations to share with Epic teams
• Partner with public policy colleagues to identify opportunities and risks with respect to core policy priorities such as competition and online safety
• Partner with public policy and communications team colleagues to develop and execute public affairs outreach
• Develop external narratives and talking points, organize briefings and strategic programs that support Epic’s policy efforts
• Engage with local trade associations to advance Epic’s policy positions with the broader industry

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within governments, think tanks, public interest groups, industry trade groups and/or relevant corporations
• Track record of successful execution; ability to help develop and implement programs and processes
• Forward-thinking and strategic approach to engaging with government and other policy stakeholders
• A thoughtful team player who can collaborate cross-functionally to understand business goals, and identify global legislative and regulatory opportunities and risks

Benefits

• Openness to frequent travel
• Fluency in French, Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred