Public Affairs & Strategic Development Manager

Location: Hybrid; up to 30% business travel

Salary: $120,000–$140,000 USD per year

Company

hirify.global is a technology-driven travel company focused on making transportation more accessible, sustainable, and affordable.

What you will do

• Secure high-impact locations for bus stops and stations through government relationships and private-sector negotiations.
• Build relationships with government agencies, municipal councils, regulatory bodies, businesses, transit agencies, and property owners.
• Lead regional strategy and state and federal affairs while aligning commercial objectives with government policies.
• Represent hirify.global in discussions with transportation authorities, media, infrastructure planning forums, hearings, and public consultations.
• Lead site acquisition and ensure compliance with zoning, permitting, safety, and transportation regulations.
• Manage up to two direct reports and serve as the primary contact for station and government-relations matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Communications, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or real estate development, including work with government entities.
• Demonstrated success securing agreements with government agencies or private stakeholders.
• 2+ years of project management experience and strong knowledge of transportation regulations and public transit systems.
• At least 1 year of people management experience or experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, policy analysis, writing, communication, and presentation skills, plus familiarity with real estate transactions, land-use planning, and infrastructure development.

Nice to have

• Experience with RFPs and grant writing.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with the option to work from another location for up to 60 days per year, depending on the role.
• Medical, vision, dental, health, and dependent-care FSA coverage.
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% company matching contributions.
• Flexible time off, paid parental leave, company-paid life insurance, and a lifestyle spending account.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year after 12 months of continuous service.
• 24/7 employee assistance support, including mental health, legal, financial, and family services.