Head of Policy Communications & Executive Writing

Coupang•Washington, DC

15h•$148,400 - $256,520

About The Position

Coupang is seeking an expert to help shape and communicate the company’s perspective on complex public policy, economic, regulatory, and geopolitical issues. This leader will serve as a strategic thought partner to senior executives, developing compelling persuasive narratives, op-eds, policy messaging, congressional engagement materials, and executive communications that support Coupang’s business and policy objectives. The ideal candidate combines exceptional writing ability with deep intellectual curiosity and a sophisticated understanding of US and international public policy, government, politics, and current affairs. They possess the judgment to translate complex policy issues into persuasive and accessible communications for a wide range of audiences, including policymakers, media, business leaders, and external stakeholders. This role is part of the Global Public Affairs and US Corporate Communications team, and will work closely with Public Policy, Legal, and executive leadership teams to ensure consistent and impactful messaging across a broad range of issues affecting the company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
15+ years of experience in speechwriting, policy communications, executive communications, government communications, journalism, public affairs, or related fields
Exceptional writing and editing skills across a variety of formats and audiences
Experience developing communications for senior executives, elected officials, policymakers, or public sector leaders
Deep understanding of public policy, government institutions, legislative processes, and political environments
Strong track record working with DC with key opinion leader audiences
Experience translating complex policy issues into persuasive communications
Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking capabilities
Ability to manage multiple high-priority assignments in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience serving as a speechwriter or senior communications advisor to government leaders, senior political appointees, elected officials, cabinet-level executives, or corporate executives
Experience within the White House, Congress, federal agencies, public policy organizations, think tanks, or executive branch departments
Experience in the U.S. Treasury, State Department, Department of Defense, or comparable government institutions
Experience writing for Members of Congress, cabinet officials, governors, or senior corporate executives
Experience as a political, policy, economic, regulatory, or Washington-based journalist
Experience with top-tier national media organizations such as The Washington Post, The New York Times, Politico, Axios, Associated Press, or similar publications
Understanding of technology, e-commerce, trade, economic policy, regulatory policy, or international affairs
Experience operating in highly visible and fast-changing public policy environments

Responsibilities

Create and evolve compelling narratives that articulate Coupang's positions on complex policy, economic, regulatory, and industry issues in support of the company's public affairs and advocacy efforts.
Develop high-quality opinion pieces, speeches, talking points, briefing materials, policy statements, congressional engagement materials, media content, and executive communications.
Serve as a senior member of the Global Public Affairs team, identifying opportunities to shape policy conversations and strengthen Coupang's external voice.
Maintain a deep understanding of the Washington policy, political, and media landscape, including emerging issues relevant to Coupang's business.
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and public policy developments to identify communications opportunities and potential risks.
Position Coupang executives as thought leaders through persuasive, audience-focused communications and strategic storytelling.
Advise executives on messaging, narrative development, stakeholder engagement, and external communications strategies.
Translate complex policy, regulatory, and economic issues into clear, compelling, and accessible communications for diverse audiences.
Partner closely with Public Policy, Legal, Corporate Communications, and business leaders to develop integrated communications strategies and messaging.
Conduct research and analysis on policy, regulatory, economic, and political issues affecting Coupang and its stakeholders.
Support executive preparation for media engagements, public appearances, policy events, and meetings with key external stakeholders.
Ensure consistency and alignment across corporate, policy, advocacy, and public affairs communications.