AVP, Federal Government Relations
About The Position
This role will lead the federal government relations activities for Sun Life U.S., planning and executing on a comprehensive, proactive and effective government relations strategy that advances the organization’s priorities. The AVP will serve as the federal government relations contact, identifying and developing positions for public policy, legislative, regulatory, and industry issues impacting Sun Life’s business priorities. This role requires building and maintaining relationships with federal elected and appointed government officials to mitigate risk, advance priorities, and create opportunities. Collaboration with business units to develop and implement Congressional and regulatory strategies, and advising on federal PAC activities are key components. The AVP will also manage contract lobbyists and maximize Sun Life’s engagement with targeted federal trade associations, industry coalitions, and other groups.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree is required.
- 8+ years of experience in either a federal government agency, Congressional office, or government relations or public affairs role.
- Excellent written and oral communications skills.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- JD or advanced degree is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as federal government relations contact under the direction of the VP, Head of Government Relations.
- Identify and develop positions for public policy, legislative, regulatory, and industry issues impacting Sun Life’s business priorities.
- Build and maintain open and effective relationships with federal elected and appointed government officials.
- Work collaboratively with business units to develop and implement proactive Congressional and regulatory government relations strategies.
- Grow relationships between Sun Life leaders and targeted elected and appointed officials.
- Advise on federal PAC activities, including strategy development for utilizing funds.
- Maximize Sun Life’s engagement with targeted federal trade associations, industry coalitions, or other groups.
- Manage contract lobbying team to grow impact in Congressional and regulatory spaces, among industry stakeholders, and in trade associations.
Benefits
- Generous vacation and sick time
- Market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave
- Medical coverage
- Company paid life and AD&D insurance
- Disability programs
- Partially paid sabbatical program
- 401(k) employer match
- Stock purchase options
- Employer-funded retirement account
- Flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
