Public Policy Manager, State and Local

Lyft

USonsite$97k-$121k/yrPosted Jul 2, 2026
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About the role

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

Lyft is looking for an experienced Public Policy Manager to join our Policy Team! Based in Nashville, TN this position will lead our policy efforts in TN,TX, KY, MO, AR, KS, and OK. This stellar public policy and government affairs expert will craft Lyft’s policy priorities, and work directly with elected officials, policymakers, and key stakeholders at all levels of government. They will be dealing with a range of legislative and regulatory issues that are critical to the company. Come join the exciting ride!

Responsibilities:

Partner with policymakers from across the political spectrum in the best interests of rideshare drivers and riders

Develop and execute Lyft’s legislative, regulatory, and political strategy in the MId-South and Southwest U.S. (Arkansas, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas)

Represent Lyft in all interactions with electeds, government officials, staff, and community stakeholders

Track legislation relevant to Lyft at state, county, and municipal levels

Work cross-functionally with Lyft senior management on developing public policy priorities

Work closely with Lyft’s Legal, Compliance, Communications, and Marketplace teams on developing market strategy

Track and respond to government inquiries and requests on policy issues

Inform company stakeholders and lines of business on legislative and regulatory developments

Manage external consultants to assist with key Lyft policy priorities

Manage strategic relationships with external stakeholders and third party organizations based in the relevant states

Draft comments, talking points and memos for senior Lyft executives

Experience:

5+ years of political, government, and/or government relations experience

Experience directly lobbying government officials on complex issues

Natural connector and relationship builder

Exceptional strategic and problem-solving skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding environment

Proven self-starter with experience leading and winning on complex policy issues

Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation) - you know how to tell a good story and advocate your position

Attention to detail

Deep relationships with state and local policymakers, and community organizations

Lyft user / believer

Benefits:

Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled

Mental health benefits

Family building benefits

Child care and pet benefits

401(k) plan with company match to help save for your future

In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off

18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible

Subsidized commuter benefits

Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership

Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule following the establishment of a Lyft office in Nashville — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid

The expected base pay range for this position in the Nashville area is $96,760 - $120,950, not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

Compensation

This Other role pays $97k-$121k/yr. Within typical range for other roles in United States.

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