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Equifax · 2 months ago

Senior Government Relations Director & Policy Counsel, Federal

USA - Georgia - Atlanta - Midtown 30309

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Equifax is seeking a Senior Government Relations Director and Policy Counsel, Federal, to join a team of dedicated professionals working to communicate and advance the interests of Equifax. The role involves guiding the policy agenda, reviewing federal legislation, and engaging with federal agencies and congressional offices to support Equifax's business priorities and policy goals.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Promote the policy and business objectives of Equifax Workforce Solutions and U.S. Information Solutions with members of Congress and Executive agencies

Understand policies, statutes, and regulations related to entitlement programs, including Medicaid, Social Security Insurance, Social Security Disability Insurance, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Monitor and engage in advocacy efforts on legislation related to financial services laws and regulations, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act

Review federal legislation and regulations to analyze the impact on Equifax business objectives

Coordinate with internal stakeholders to communicate legislative and policy requirements for compliance purposes

Draft federal regulatory comments and proposals

Collaborate with internal and external policy and legal counsel

Attend political events as a representative of the Equifax Inc. Political Action Committee

Participate in trade associations to help advance business objectives

Qualification

Juris Doctor degreeFinancial services lawsFederal legislation analysisPolicy advocacyTeam collaborationJudgmentDiscretionPolitical event representationTrade association participation

Required

5+ years of professional experience

Juris Doctor degree is required OR 10+ years of deep policy/lobbying experience (e.g., a Chief of Staff, Legislative Director, or Professional Staff Member) with specific committee experience in lieu of JD

Familiarity with financial services laws and regulations, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act

Demonstrate strong judgment and discretion

Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

Ability to travel up to 5% if based in Washington DC or 25% if based in Atlanta, GA

Preferred

Previous experience in a congressional office or federal agency is preferred, but not required

Understanding of federal entitlement programs including Medicaid, Social Security Insurance, Social Security Disability Insurance, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, among others