Senior Vice President, Government & Regulatory Affairs (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Vice President, Government & Regulatory Affairs (Fintech): Leading the government and regulatory affairs team to manage relationships with federal and state governments and regulators with an accent on policy monitoring, legislative risk management, and public policy advocacy. Focus on designing comprehensive programs for regulatory risk, building strategic relationships with legislators, and coordinating global policy initiatives.

Location: Washington DC based position; periodic domestic and international travel required

Salary: $300,000 - $400,000

Company

Global data and technology company powering opportunities for people and businesses through a unique combination of data, analytics, and software.

What you will do

• Lead the government and regulatory affairs team to identify and prioritize legislative and political risks at federal and state levels.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key legislators in Congress, State Capitals, and regulators to advance business objectives.
• Formulate public policy advocacy strategies in coordination with business leaders, legal, and compliance staff.
• Manage a network of external public policy lobbyists and coordinate with trade associations, alliances, and think tanks.
• Advise C-suite executives and business unit leaders on government engagement and public policy initiatives.
• Oversee compliance with Lobby Disclosure and FEC reporting requirements and manage the corporate PAC.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in government relations and public policy within the financial services or data industry.
• Significant leadership experience within a publicly traded organization.
• Deep knowledge of laws governing lobbying, campaign finance, and governmental ethics.
• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Business Administration, or Public Policy (Master’s or Law degree preferred).
• Must be based in Washington DC.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting recommendations to C-Suite executives.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive executive-level total rewards package.
• Flexible time off, including unlimited vacation and 12 paid holidays.
• Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K.
• Inclusive, people-first culture recognized as one of the World's Best Workplaces.