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KBRA · 19 hours ago

Regulatory and Government Affairs - Associate Director (NY / Remote)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$120K/yr - $150K/yr

4+ years exp

KBRA is a full-service credit rating agency seeking a highly motivated Associate Director to support the firm’s engagement with regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. This role involves monitoring regulatory developments, conducting policy research, and preparing materials for various audiences.

ConsultingCreditFinanceFinancial Services

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Track and summarize relevant legislative, regulatory, and policy developments affecting credit rating agencies and the broader financial services sector

Conduct in-depth research and draft analyses on key policy areas such as capital markets regulation, financial stability, ESG disclosure frameworks, and credit ratings oversight

Prepare policy briefs, internal memoranda, issue summaries, and talking points for senior leadership ahead of meetings with regulators, trade associations, and policymakers

Support and participate in preparation for policy roundtables, industry consultations, and conferences involving government or regulatory representatives

Work closely with teams across KBRA including Legal, Compliance, and Communications to maintain consistent and informed policy messaging

Contribute to strategic initiatives related to regulatory trends, public policy priorities, and global coordination efforts

Qualification

Public PolicyFinancial RegulationPolicy ResearchAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteLegislative Tracking ToolsGenerative AI ToolsOrganizational SkillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Law, International Relations, Finance, or a related field

Minimum four years of experience in financial regulation, public policy, or government affairs

Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to distill complex policy issues clearly and accurately

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced professional environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred

Familiarity with legislative tracking tools, regulatory databases, or financial market research platforms

Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity

Benefits

A flexible hybrid work schedule – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays in the office

Competitive benefits and paid time off

Paid family and disability leave

401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)

Educational and professional development financial assistance

Employee referral bonus program

Company

KBRA

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Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) was founded in 2010 to restore trust in credit ratings by introducing higher standards of risk assessment and a commitment to transparency.

Founded in 2010

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees