Director of Government Affairs

Director of Government Affairs This is a rare opportunity to drive government affairs in a highly regulated, rapidly evolving industry while helping millions make safer choices! Haypp Group At Haypp Group, we’re driven by a higher purpose to address one of the world’s biggest public health challenges: how to put an end to smoking. Globally, there are still more than 1 billion active smokers, and every year around 8 million people die from largely preventable, smoking-related diseases. Our goal is to empower adult nicotine users to make less harmful choices and, in doing so, save lives. We do this by being the go-to online retailer for safer nicotine alternatives. Haypp Group is one of the Nordic region’s leading e-commerce retailers when it comes to safer nicotine alternatives, with 17 digital storefronts and an established presence in 7 countries. Nicotine pouches (snus) were invented in Sweden, which is why our head office is based here—but the U.S. is by far our fastest-growing market. Through our dedicated U.S. site Nicokick, we’ve served millions of customers, and that number continues to grow. With around 280 team members across Europe and the U.S., we are now scaling our local operations in Arlington, Virginia. At Haypp Group, you’ll experience the perks of a Scandinavian-American workplace without having to move overseas. We are an open-minded organization with energy and drive, where ideas are welcomed from all levels and you’re valued for being you. THE ROLE As we continue expanding in the U.S. market, we’re looking for a Director of Government Affairs to join our External & Regulatory Affairs team in Arlington, Virginia. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring regulatory excellence across our product portfolio while supporting our mission to responsibly expand access to safer nicotine alternatives. You will lead legislative monitoring and engagement, and compliance initiatives, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to navigate a complex and evolving regulatory landscape. This includes supporting engagement with federal government officials (FDA), tracking legislative developments, and contributing to regulatory strategy and advocacy efforts. This is a hybrid, full-time role based in Arlington, Virginia, with in-office presence expected several days per week. WHAT YOU WILL DO • Manage legislative issues across relevant U.S. states, including lobbying efforts, testimony preparation, and alignment with key stakeholders across the supply chain • Prepare bi-weekly legislative updates and monthly federal policy summaries for internal stakeholders • Maintain and update the advocacy library with regulatory references, policy materials, and filings • Support participation in external industry events such as FDLI, TSRC, GTNF, and ATNF, including preparing post-event summaries • Contribute to the development of advocacy materials and coordinate closely with communications and legal teams • Assist with project planning, budget tracking, and expense reporting across workstreams WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR • 3–5 years with exposure to policy and advocacy, government affairs and managing key stakeholder relationships • Solid understanding of federal and state legislative and processes • Strong research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory information into clear insights • Experience monitoring statutory developments and assessing business impact • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously • Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders A BONUS IF YOU ALSO BRING • Exposure to lobbying, advocacy, or public policy engagement • Experience attending or contributing to industry conferences and regulatory forums • Familiarity with regulatory strategy in fast-moving or highly regulated industries YOU WILL PROBABLY THRIVE HERE IF YOU • Are passionate about regulatory affairs and public policy in a highly dynamic industry • Enjoy translating complex regulations into actionable insights • Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment • Take ownership of your work while contributing to a broader team mission WHAT WE OFFER We are a value-driven company, with our core values—We team up, Innovation Drives Us, Inclusion and Non-Hierarchy, and Going the Extra Mile—at the heart of everything we do. You can expect a collaborative environment where people support each other, and your voice is always heard. We welcome ideas from all levels, embrace new ways of working, and encourage experimentation. At Haypp Group, you’ll feel safe, appreciated, and challenged at the same time. We foster an open and inclusive culture where you’re valued for who you are. On top of that, we offer generous vacation allowance, comprehensive health benefits, and a culture that supports both balance and ambition. SEND US YOUR APPLICATION TODAY! If this sounds like a place where you would want to contribute and grow, let us know you’re interested by submitting your application. Haypp Group is committed to equality and diversity, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and marital status. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to our responsible recruiter Anna Persson at [email protected] . We look forward to hearing from you! Locations Washington DC, Arlington Remote status Hybrid About Haypp Group US Haypp Group is one of the Nordic region’s leading e-commerce retailers when it comes to safer nicotine alternatives with 17 digital storefronts and an established presence now in 7 countries. Nicotine pouches (snus) were invented in Sweden, so it makes sense that this is where our head office is based, but the US is by far our fastest growing market. Over the years, we’ve served millions of customers through our 2 dedicated US sites - Nicokick and Northerner - with that number steadily increasing.