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Federal Government Relations Executive

Bank of America, Washington, District of Columbia, United States


This job is responsible for developing and delivering strategic priorities for Bank of America’s Global Public Policy team. Key responsibilities include advancing Bank of America’s position on key legislative, regulatory and social responsibility issues and advocating those positions to government officials. The role requires strong policy acumen, exceptional relationship‑building abilities, and the capacity to translate complex business issues into clear and compelling public‑policy positions. The ideal candidate is a self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment and brings deep experience working within the federal legislative and regulatory landscape.

Responsibilities

Builds and maintains relationships with policymakers and public officials

Establishes and advocates on legislative and regulatory policies important to Bank of America

Drives Bank of America responsible growth strategy and strategic initiatives

Engages Bank of America senior leaders with legislatures (state and federal), executive offices (governors, mayors, U.S. administration) and other policymakers

Monitors the legislative and regulatory environment and communicates developments to Bank of America stakeholders

Serves as resource for internal and external stakeholders on the legislative and regulatory environment and status of key policy issues, and coordinates with Bank of America positions to key trade associations and industry coalitions

Develops and builds consensus Bank of America policy positions on legislative and regulatory issues, working with internal stakeholders

Lead direct advocacy efforts with congressional staff, elected officials, and federal regulators on issues impacting the bank’s banking business and financial services.

Develop and articulate policy positions, briefing materials, written comment letters, and other advocacy collateral that align with the bank’s objectives.

Skills

Executive Presence

Influence

Interpret Relevant Laws, Rules, and Regulations

Networking

Strategic Thinking

Issue Management

Oral Communications

Performance Management

Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory Relations

Advisory

Business Acumen

Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines

Risk Management

Strategy Planning and Development

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.

Minimum ten (10) years of experience working with Congressional and Executive Branch policymakers on legislative and regulatory issues.

Established relationships with Members of Congress, staff, and Administration officials preferred.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Candidate must demonstrate teamwork and ability to build relationships with key internal stakeholders.

Strong and proactive executive presence, with ability to interact and communicate effectively with senior executives, external stakeholders, and government officials.

Candidate must be able to think strategically on ways to help address complex problems and advance challenging business objectives.

Candidate must be self‑motivated, with the ability to manage deliverables with limited supervision.

Shift and Hours 1st shift (United States of America)

40 hours per week

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