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Vanguard · 2 weeks ago

Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs - U.S. Advocacy

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Vanguard is a company focused on the long-term financial wellbeing of its clients. They are seeking a Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs to lead their public policy advocacy efforts, representing the company before key regulatory agencies and managing relationships with policymakers.

FinanceFinancial Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop sophisticated strategies and implement effective tactics to create and advance Vanguard's public policy agenda. Assess and recommend strategies to protect and advocate for the interests of Vanguard and its shareholders

Evaluate information based on expert understanding of public policy implications, Vanguard's operating model and business areas, and best practices in communicating with and influencing relevant officials

Help manage Vanguard's strategic engagement with policymakers

Maintain strong working relationships with key governmental entities, professional and industry trade associations, consultants, thought leaders, and internal stakeholders

Advocate for Vanguard’s policy positions, interests, and the health of the enterprise

Maintain and build a credible, nonpartisan voice on behalf of Vanguard with policymakers

Demonstrate an ability to influence agendas leveraging relationships, substantive public policy knowledge, and procedure

Help prepare data-based collateral for external meetings as well as briefing materials for senior Vanguard leaders

Stay abreast of political and policy developments. Provide periodic updates to internal and external audiences

Execute effective and timely communication with the business and other stakeholders. Serve as a trusted expert to consult with business leaders on potential impacts

Coordinate with the broader Global Public Policy team on issues and advocacy, as appropriate

May be required to register as a lobbyist for Vanguard

Qualification

Government relationsRegulatory experiencePublic policy knowledgeRelationship managementPolitical acumenCommunicationInterpersonal skillsAttention to detail

Required

Minimum of eight years related work experience

Government relations and/or regulatory experience required

Knowledge of regulatory procedure and relevant public policy issues, particularly related to asset management, financial services generally, retirement, or tax policy, required

Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience

Excellent verbal and written communications skills, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders

Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work productively in a communicative, dynamic, and team-oriented work environment

Strong political acumen and the ability to grasp complex issues and work collaboratively

Demonstrated ability to work across political parties and ideologies

Strong relationship management skills

Ability to work quickly and independently

Attentive to detail and sensitive to deadlines