Government Affairs Associate (Fintech)

Location: Washington, DC office; in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week

Base pay: $128,000–$150,000 USD annually for Washington, DC. Other compensation includes bonus opportunities, equity, and benefits.

Company

Robinhood is a fintech company building financial products and working to democratize access to finance.

What you will do

• Advocate for policy issues and develop relationships with policymakers in the U.S. Congress.
• Lead engagements with industry associations and align their agendas with Robinhood’s policy goals.
• Identify opportunities to advance priorities related to digital assets, retail investing, financial access, and innovation.
• Explain complex legislative and regulatory policies to internal business partners.
• Develop strategies and prepare executives for engagements with government stakeholders.
• Work cross-functionally with Legal, Communications, and senior leadership.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience working in the U.S. Congress and/or Executive Branch.
• Substantial experience working for a member of Congress or a Congressional committee, including relevant committees and agencies.
• Knowledge of financial services companies and the ability to communicate sophisticated financial services policy.
• Existing relationships and positive rapport with government stakeholders and industry groups.
• Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex information and build cross-functional alignment.
• Execution-oriented mindset, adaptability, creativity, and eagerness to learn about emerging technologies.

Nice to have

• In-house experience at a fintech or private-sector company.
• Experience with broker-dealers and/or federal or state financial services regulators.

Culture & Benefits

• High-impact work in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.
• Performance-driven compensation with bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
• Health insurance, life and disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.
• Paid time off, company holidays, sick time, and parental leave.
• Flexible lifestyle wallet for wellness, learning, and other expenses.
• Office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.