Public Affairs Supervisor

Founded in 2010, POP MART is a leading global pop culture and entertainment company. With IP at its core, POP MART works with artists and designers worldwide to develop and operate IPs, creating products, services and entertainment experiences for consumers. Its portfolio includes beloved IP characters such as THE MONSTERS , TWINKLE TWINKLE, CRYBABY, DIMOO, SKULLPANDA, Hirono and MOLLY. As of the first half of 2026, POP MART had more than 100 million registered members worldwide, operated 676 physical stores and over 2,800 ROBO SHOP vending machines, and reached nearly 100 countries and regions through cross-border e-commerce platforms,bringing joy to consumers around the world.

Position: Public Affairs Manager Location: Culver City, CA Department: Public Affairs Salary: $100,000 - $125,000

Opportunity Overview We follow an office policy with an expectation of five days per week working onsite. Being together in person helps us collaborate, stay connected, and build a strong team culture. At POP MART, we foster a high-trust environment and trust our employees to make decisions that support both the team and the business.

The Public Affairs Manager will support POP MART's public affairs, government relations, policy monitoring, and external stakeholder engagement efforts in the U.S. This role will help build and maintain relationships with government agencies, industry organizations, chambers of commerce, and other key stakeholders while monitoring legislative and regulatory developments that may impact our business.

This position will work closely with regional and global teams to identify emerging risks, support business initiatives, and help POP MART navigate the regulatory and public affairs landscape as we continue to expand our retail presence across the U.S.

What You Will Achieve

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders, government agencies, regulatory bodies, industry organizations, chambers of commerce, and other relevant institutions.
• Develop relationships within markets where POP MART currently operates or plans to expand its retail presence.
• Support day-to-day public affairs and government relations matters impacting POP MART's U.S. business and retail operations.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to help address regulatory, government, and community-related matters that may impact business operations, new store openings, and expansion.
• Support key corporate initiatives and strategic projects in partnership with regional and global teams.
• Monitor federal, state, and local legislative, regulatory, and policy developments that may impact POP MART and its operations.
• Identify emerging regulatory, operational, and reputational risks and provide timely insights and recommendations to business stakeholders.
• Conduct research and analysis on public policy and regulatory matters affecting retail, consumer products, designer toys, and related industries.
• Translate complex legislative and regulatory developments into clear, actionable business insights.
• Represent POP MART in relevant industry meetings, working groups, discussions, and external forums.
• Support local ESG, community engagement, and corporate responsibility initiatives in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, International Relations, Business, Finance, Communications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in public affairs, government relations, public policy, regulatory affairs, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of the U.S. legislative, regulatory, and public policy environment at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to assess policy and regulatory developments and determine potential business impact.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong relationship-building, negotiation, problem-solving, and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Sound judgment and the ability to manage sensitive, complex, or rapidly evolving matters.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, global organization.
• Ability and willingness to travel based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with government agencies, regulatory bodies, industry associations, chambers of commerce, or other public-sector stakeholders.
• Experience within retail, consumer goods, lifestyle, entertainment, designer toys, or another consumer-facing industry.
• Familiarity with regulatory matters affecting retail operations, consumer products, imports, customs, or business expansion.
• Experience supporting ESG, corporate responsibility, or community engagement initiatives.
• Mandarin or Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Genuine interest in POP MART, designer toys, consumer culture, and the broader entertainment and lifestyle industry.

What We Offer

• Market-competitive packages: 401(k), health insurance, PTO, paid sick leave, and family leave.
• Growth opportunities: On-the-job training, leadership development, and stretch assignments to advance your career.
• Career development: Opportunities to take on larger responsibilities as POP MART's North America business scales rapidly.
• The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

Physical Requirements Must be able to remain in a stationary position (e.g., seated or at a desk) for extended periods while operating a computer or other office equipment. Must be able to occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Pay Range Details The base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000 annually. This range is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and may vary based on geographic location. Individual compensation will be determined based on factors including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. This position may also be eligible to participate in the Company's incentive compensation program.

Background Checks For applicants located in Los Angeles or San Francisco: In accordance with applicable local Fair Chance laws, POP MART conducts criminal background checks only after a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (Los Angeles Municipal Code § 189.04) and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as applicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity POP MART is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions at POP MART are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

Reasonable Accommodation Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may request assistance by emailing na.hrsupport@popmart.com. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The qualifications, skills, abilities, and physical demands described in this job posting are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

*POP MART is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary.

*As an Equal Opportunity Employer, POP MART does not discriminate against applicants or employees

because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship,

imarital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of

any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.