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Ref #
W170956
State/Region
New York
Department
Communications & Corporate Affairs
Location
United States
City
New York
Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $119000 - $242605 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.
Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As the Head of Public Affairs at Ralph Lauren, you will work closely with our leadership team and across the business to ensure that we remain at the forefront of relevant legislative changes and industry developments. In this role, you will provide strategic insights, advocate for our interests, and drive initiatives that protect Ralph Lauren’s priorities in an evolving geopolitical and regulatory environment. The role requires a general understanding of the political, social, and economic landscape in key markets for the business as well as the ability to quickly identify and react to emerging issues in these regions. The Head of Public Affairs reports to the Chief Global Impact and Communications Officer. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

​​​The Head of Public Affairs plays a leading role in designing the company’s public affairs strategy through: 

​Policy Communications & Advocacy  

  • ​Develop and execute meaningful advocacy strategies that protect the brand’s interests and unlock new opportunities for Ralph Lauren in an evolving regulatory environment.  
  • ​Present Ralph Lauren’s policy positions to government officials, trade associations, coalitions, and other industry stakeholders, ensuring alignment between corporate priorities and broader legislative and market trends.  

​Policy Intelligence & Analysis  

  • ​Monitor the legislative and regulatory landscape, assess potential business impacts, and develop tailored, forward-thinking strategies that position Ralph Lauren for success.  
  • ​Develop compelling policy documents, including executive summaries, position papers, and advocacy briefs, that clearly articulate Ralph Lauren’s policy positions.  
  • ​Keep Ralph Lauren leadership informed with timely, in-depth analyses of current and proposed legislation affecting the fashion and retail sector, ensuring proactive and informed decision-making for compliance.  

​Government Relations & Stakeholder Engagement 

  • ​Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key government officials at an international, federal, state and local level to advance Ralph Lauren’s priorities across key markets.  
  • ​Arrange high-impact meetings for senior leadership and prepare briefing materials, talking points and other supporting items. 
  • ​Maintain and strengthen partnerships with trade associations, advocacy groups, and other industry organizations.  
  • ​Organize immersive site visits and events for elected officials to deepen their understanding of Ralph Lauren’s business, economic contributions, and philanthropy.  

​Strategic Risk & Issues Management 

  • ​Anticipate and evaluate emerging company risks stemming from geopolitical shifts and regulatory changes.  
  • ​Advise on ways to mitigate these risks through strategic government engagement or other actions with input from the relevant teams within the business.  
  • ​Develop and review talking points, statements, messaging and other materials related to key public affairs issues and developments for various internal and external company communications.  

​Leadership & Team Development: 

  • ​Lead with vision and purpose, ensuring high team performance and developing key competencies within the public affairs function. 
  • ​Manage external consultants and oversee team budget. ​​ 


EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

  • ​​​Deep understanding of public policy, with the ability to distill complex regulatory issues into clear, actionable insights.  
  • ​15+ years of public affairs experience preferred in an agency, brand or political environment. Experience in fashion and retail, global supply chains, trade, sustainability, and/or geopolitical issues preferred. 
  • ​Highly adaptable and entrepreneurial, with the ability to anticipate and respond to shifting political and regulatory landscapes.  
  • ​Exceptional writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively articulate Ralph Lauren’s policy positions and influence diverse audiences.  
  • ​Proven ability to navigate complex policy challenges, persuade stakeholders, and drive favorable outcomes.  
  • ​A strategic and thoughtful approach to advocacy, with the ability to develop creative solutions that advance Ralph Lauren’s objectives and stay true to our brand’s values.  
  • ​Demonstrated success in leading teams and managing projects from strategy development through execution.  
  • ​Highly motivated, able to work independently while fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve common goals and vision.  
  • ​Experience presenting to senior leadership and corporate boards.  

Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws. Please note background checks will be evaluated individually.
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