Senior Manager, Issues & Public Affairs

Company: Adtalem Global Education
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Company Description About Adtalem Global Education /n /nAdtalem Global Education is a national leader in post-secondary education and leading provider of professional talent to the healthcare industry. Adtalem educates and empowers students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in their communities and make a lasting impact on public health, well-being and beyond. Through equitable access to education, environments that nurture student success, and a focus on expanding and diversifying the talent pipeline in healthcare, Adtalem is building a brighter future for communities and the world. /n /nAdtalem is the parent organization of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and Walden University. /n /nWe operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. /n /nVisit Adtalem.com for more information, and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram. /n Job Description Opportunity at a Glance You're the hands-on execution expert who makes our public affairs strategy come to life day-to-day. This role is all about rapid response, stakeholder relationship building, and keeping everyone informed about what's happening in the political and regulatory world. Great for someone who's politically savvy and thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure situations. What You'll Do: Execute our advocacy and issues management agenda with a focus on day-to-day operations, stakeholder engagement, and crisis response coordination. You'll need to be proactive and politically savvy, able to manage sensitive issues with discretion while maintaining agility in fast-paced environments. /nResponsibilities - Execute public affairs initiatives while ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy - Lead rapid crisis response efforts and coordinate internal/external communications - Track regulatory developments and provide timely intelligence to leadership - Build relationships with advocacy groups and trade associations for policy support - Develop messaging that supports business objectives and regulatory positioning - Collaborate with legal, compliance, and communications teams for consistent messaging - Performs other duties as assigned - Complies with all policies and standards Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree Required - 7 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or advocacy - 3 years in management or senior individual contributor roles - Proven experience in crisis communications and rapid response coordination - Background in monitoring legislative and regulatory developments - Experience working with trade associations and advocacy organizations - Healthcare, education, or regulated industry experience preferred Skills - Strong strategic thinking with excellent tactical execution abilities - Outstanding written and oral communication skills - Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities - Strong analytical skills for assessing policy impacts and developing responses - Relationship-building expertise with diverse stakeholder groups - Project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines Additional Information In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $80337.00 and $145077.00. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits. /n /nAdtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including: - Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance - 401k Retirement Program 6% employer match - Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy - 12 Paid Holidays /n /nFor more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits. /n /nYou are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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