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American Bankers Association · 3 months ago

VP, Congressional Relations

US DC Main Office

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$210K/yr - $225K/yr

11+ years exp

The American Bankers Association is the banking industry's champion, and they are seeking a Vice President of Congressional Relations. This role involves developing and managing relationships with members of Congress to advocate for favorable legislative outcomes for the banking industry.

AssociationBankingFinanceFinancial Services

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Advance the legislative agenda of the ABA by developing working relationships with assigned congressional offices, specifically Republican members of Congress

Establish fundraising budgets for assigned members and coordinate with ABA’s political engagement team and state bankers associations on the approval and distribution of PAC funds

Develop working relationships with bankers, state association executives, government relations executives and national trade associations to coordinate and advance ABA’s federal legislative agenda

Draft legislative memoranda and assist with preparing witnesses for testimony before the U.S. Congress

Participate on internal association working groups and support the development of ABA’s legislative agenda

Host and attend congressional fundraising events with members of Congress on behalf of ABA’s political action committee

Other duties as assigned by business need

Qualification

Congressional experienceLegislative advocacyBanking legislation knowledgePublic policy degreePolitical fundraising knowledgeAnalytical thinkingPresentation skillsWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Bachelor's or advanced degree in public policy, government, communications, or related field

At least 11 years of congressional experience. Experience working in a Republican congressional office in a legislative capacity and/or a financial trade association or financial services related industry strongly preferred

Thorough understanding of Congressional legislative process and procedures

Ability to advocate effectively on ABA legislative priorities

Demonstrated ability to convey complex banking concepts into brief, easily understood concepts for Republican Members of Congress and staff

Strong decision-making and judgement paired with a solid foundation of analytical and strategic thinking

Excellent presentation skills and the ability to influence others

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to have constructive dialogue with those in opposition to ABA's positions

Knowledge of political fundraising guidelines and practices

Ability to travel (<20%)

Preferred

Experience working on banking legislation or within the financial services industry strongly preferred

Benefits

Competitive pay

An outstanding benefits package

A convenient DC location

A professional collegial work environment

An opportunity to work on issues of national significance

Company

American Bankers Association

ABA is a banking trade association of community, regional, and money center banks, holding companies. It is a sub-organization of American Bankers Association.

Founded in 1875

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

201-500 employees