Cities Lead (East)

StubHub is on a mission to redefine the live event experience on a global scale. Whether someone is looking to attend their first event or their hundredth, we’re here to delight them all the way from the moment they start looking for a ticket until they step through the gate. The same goes for our sellers. From fans selling a single ticket to the promoters of a worldwide stadium tour, we want StubHub to be the safest, most convenient way to offer a ticket to the millions of fans who browse our platform around the world.

StubHub is seeking a Cities Lead – East Coast to spearhead our city-level engagement and community strategy across major East Coast markets.

Reporting to the Heads of Government Relations, this role bridges local advocacy, civic partnerships, and communications to ensure StubHub is viewed as a trusted, community-oriented stakeholder in the live event ecosystem. You’ll represent StubHub with mayors’ offices, chambers of commerce, venue operators, and local advocacy groups - building relationships that reinforce our brand as a positive contributor to local economies and cultural life.

You’ll work closely with state government affairs leads and communications teams to ensure city-level initiatives complement broader legislative and brand goal

Location: Hybrid (3 days in office/2 days remote) – New York, NY

What You'll Do

• Lead city engagement and advocacy: Cultivate relationships with local policymakers, business associations, and cultural partners in key markets across the eastern US.
• Drive alignment with statewide goals: Coordinate with state GR leads to ensure city strategies complement legislative priorities.
• Strengthen community partnerships: Build relationships with civic and nonprofit organizations to demonstrate StubHub’s commitment to community access and cultural participation.
• Support charitable giving and social impact programs: Partner with internal teams to identify local organizations and initiatives aligned with StubHub’s values and advocacy mission.
• Represent StubHub in civic spaces: Engage at city events, chamber roundtables, and cultural forums as a visible, constructive partner.
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Work with Communications, Partnerships, and Marketing to integrate local storytelling and paid media into advocacy and community engagement campaigns.
• Provide supplemental support: Assist regional GR leads with coalition work and issue campaigns as needed
  
  

What You've Done

• 7–10 years of experience in city government affairs, public policy, or community engagement.
• Strong relationships within major East Coast cities and familiarity with municipal processes.
• Proven ability to navigate complex political environments and build multi-sector partnerships.
• Experience managing or advising on charitable or civic initiatives.
• Exceptional communication, public speaking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to operate independently while coordinating with national teams in a fast-moving, high-visibility environment.
  
  

What We Offer

• Accelerated Growth Environment: Immerse yourself in an environment designed for swift skill and knowledge enhancement, where you have the autonomy to lead experiments and tests on a massive scale.
• Top Tier Compensation Package: Enjoy a rewarding compensation package that includes enticing stock incentives, aligning with our commitment to recognizing and valuing your contributions.
• Flexible Time Off: Embrace a healthy work-life balance with unlimited Flex Time Off, providing you the flexibility to manage your schedule and recharge as needed.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, featuring 401k, and premium Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance options.
  
  

The anticipated gross base pay range is below for this role. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and competencies. Base annual salary is one component of StubHub’s total compensation and competitive benefits package, which includes equity, 401(k), paid time off, paid parental leave, and comprehensive health benefits.

Salary Range

$190,000—$220,000 USD

About Us

StubHub is the world’s leading marketplace to buy and sell tickets to any live event, anywhere. Through StubHub in North America and viagogo, our international platform, we service customers in 195 countries in 33 languages and 49 available currencies. With more than 300 million tickets available annually on our platform to events around the world -- from sports to music, comedy to dance, festivals to theater -- StubHub offers the safest, most convenient way to buy or sell tickets to the most memorable live experiences. Come join our team for a front-row seat to the action.

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