Vice President of Government Relations Greater Washington D.C. Area

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Government Relations to develop advocacy strategies and policy positions aligned with business priorities and evolving legislative and regulatory proposals. The role involves communicating policy positions to elected officials, government staff, and external stakeholders, and analyzing policy documents to assess potential business impacts. The Vice President will collaborate with legal, compliance, risk, and business teams, represent the organization in external policy forums, and help build coalitions to advance advocacy objectives. Responsibilities also include preparing written materials, executive briefings, and talking points. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in government or government relations and in developing advocacy strategies for state or federal policy matters. The role requires a strong network of policy contacts, research skills for interpreting legislative and regulatory documents, and experience communicating with public officials and policy stakeholders. Experience in financial services, including payments, banking, or financial technology policy, is required, along with a background preparing policy materials and external messaging. A bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, business administration, law, or a related field—or an equivalent combination of education and experience—is required.

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