advisor, Public Policy
About The Position
At Starbucks, we’re committed to being a different kind of company—one that not only celebrates coffee and connection, but also thoughtfully engages in the policy issues that shape our business and the communities we serve. As advisor, public policy, you will help advance Starbucks public policy and advocacy work on workforce, benefits, economic development, and related issues that impact our partners, our business, and the communities we serve. This role supports the development and execution of policy strategies aligned to enterprise priorities, translates complex policy developments into clear business implications and recommendations, and helps ensure Starbucks shows up as a trusted, constructive voice in policy conversations.
Requirements
- Five or more years of experience in public policy, government affairs, legislative affairs, or related roles, preferably with experience in workforce, economic development, or related policy issues.
- Industry experience in food & beverage, retail, or related industries.
- Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes at the federal, state, or local level, with experience engaging policymakers or external stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Practiced facilitator with strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
- Ability to work well independently and with others.
- Self-starter with excellent judgment and high integrity.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred in political science, public policy, communications, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Support the development and execution of integrated policy strategies.
- Monitor, analyze, and communicate legislative and regulatory developments that may impact business operations or long-term policy priorities.
- Identify emerging policy trends, risks, and opportunities; develop clear insights, recommendations, and decision-ready materials for leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with trade associations, coalitions, policy experts, and external advisors to help advance policy priorities.
- Coordinate with third-party partners to gather insights, develop shared advocacy approaches, and mobilize external support for policy priorities.
- Develop clear advocacy materials, including executive briefings, policy memos, talking points, testimony, comment letters, and legislative updates.
- Partner across business teams to align on policy positions and engagement strategies.
- Conduct advocacy activity in alignment with lobbying, ethics, disclosure, and political compliance requirements.
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits.
- short-term and long-term disability
- paid parental leave
- family expansion reimbursement
- paid vacation from date of hire
- sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked)
- eight paid holidays
- two personal days per year.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
- Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
- incentivized emergency savings
- financial well-being tools.
- 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan
- student loan management resources
- access to other educational opportunities.
- backup care
- DACA reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
