Public Affairs Associate (Hybrid;100%)

Are you passionate about shaping global conversations on risk and resilience? Do you thrive at the intersection of policy, strategy, and stakeholder engagement? If so, this is your opportunity to make a real impact on the world stage.

About the Role

As a Public Affairs Associate at Swiss Re, you will position Swiss Re as a leading authority on risk and resilience with key stakeholders across the re/insurance industry and beyond. You'll build influence with decision makers, drive engagement in global policy debates, and shape the conversations that matter most to our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Resilience topic for Public Affairs, developing strategies to shape stakeholder thinking and positioning Swiss Re as a go-to voice
• Foster strong relationships with government bodies, international organisations, industry associations and think tanks
• Plan and deliver high-impact meetings, roundtables and executive engagements with policymakers and external stakeholders
• Support senior executives by writing compelling briefings, presentations and social media content
• Build partnerships and alliances across the Group to maximise the impact of Swiss Re's thought leadership
• Manage stakeholder databases, engagement plans and reporting to ensure effective knowledge management
• Leverage AI-enabled tools and new technologies to enhance research, stakeholder management and operational efficiency
• Track and measure success against defined targets and KPIs

About the Team

You will join a highly motivated and professional Group Public Affairs team committed to delivering impact and driving differentiation for the Swiss Re Group. We collaborate across diverse knowledge, skills and expertise in teams of teams, supporting the Group in achieving its vision of making the world more resilient. We are passionate about engaging our audiences, and we combine data, technology and a restless growth mindset to constantly increase our impact.

About You

You are a curious, results-driven professional with strong political judgement and a passion for engaging policy audiences. You bring a collaborative spirit, a creative mindset and the confidence to challenge the status quo — all while managing multiple priorities with precision and integrity.

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:

• Professional-level experience in a public affairs, policy or advocacy role in the private or public sector, with an advanced degree in a related field (e.g. political science, international affairs, macroeconomics, PPE)
• Exceptional communication skills — able to write fluently and compellingly in English and present with confidence at all levels Strong AI competence, including hands-on experience developing tools to facilitate tasks and projects
• Solid project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver to tight deadlines
• Excellent understanding of global issues and trends, with knowledge of key decision makers and opinion leaders on the world stage 

These are additional nice to haves:

• Knowledge of the re/insurance industry
• Proficiency in languages other than English
• Very strong analytical and conceptual skills
• Experience working with or advising senior executives
• Familiarity with stakeholder engagement platforms and reporting tools

For Switzerland, the base salary range for this position is between 80,000 CHF and 120,000 CHF for a full-time role. The specific salary offered considers:

• The requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role
• The applicant's own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills and experience

In addition to your base salary, Swiss Re offers an attractive performance-based variable compensation component, designed to recognise your achievements. Furthermore, you will enjoy a variety of global and location specific benefits. Eligibility may vary depending on the terms of Swiss Re policies and your employment contract. Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week.