Director, Federal Government Relations

Capital One•McLean, VA

1d•$230,400 - $263,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Federal Government Relations will monitor congressional and federal agencies for issues that impact the company on a range of policy issues for the company. This individual will educate and lobby members of Congress, their staff and Administration officials to ensure the company's voice is heard in the policymaking process as well as coordinate and direct the efforts of our trade associations on assigned policy areas of focus. This role will also communicate with business units to ensure they are informed of government and policy actions that could impact the company. The Director will also be responsible for effectively supporting and utilizing the company Political Action Committee.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
At least 8 years of experience in public policy work at the federal level working for an elected official, government agency, trade association, company or a combination including experience in lobbying, political campaigns, press or fundraising.
Possess knowledge of key policy areas and key figures in Washington, exhibiting broad understanding of Washington, leading trends and changes in advocacy, and political and regulatory landscapes
Demonstrate outstanding communication and partnership skills which are essential for interacting and communicating with key stakeholders across all levels to manage, inform, and influence outcomes
Demonstrate organizational agility to adapt to changing demands
Display strong consulting and collaboration skills
Have excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work as part of a high-performing team
Strong experience in policy development, relationship building, and political communications and messaging
Strong knowledge and understanding of the legislative and political process

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or Law Degree
10+ years of experience in public policy work at either the state or federal level; the experience can be working for an elected official, government agency, trade association, company or a combination, including experience in lobbying, political campaigns, press or fundraising

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain relationships with key elected and government officials as well as industry trade associations and other partners with similar issues.
Advance Capital One's interests through advocacy and strategy at the federal levels.
Monitor legislative and administrative activities in key issue areas.
Interact with government officials on public policy issues to achieve the best possible result.
Work with trade groups or other cross-functional groups on industry issues.
Educate and influence the legislative and regulatory process as necessary to effectuate a positive result.
Advance and support the role of the Global Policy & Affairs Group (GPAG) and the importance of public policy issues with Capital One's associate base including presentations, panels and written communications.
Provide operational support as needed for the Political Action Committee (PAC) while also providing strategic guidance on the deployment of PAC resources to maximize advocacy impact.
Work with Capital One lines of business and the broader External Affairs organization to educate and advance Capital One’s business objectives.
Support associate engagement and education activities.
Be a part of the team’s oversight and compliance functions with federal laws in monitoring newly enacted legislation and participating in the related internal processes.
Attend events, forums, conferences in support of policy goals.
Travel up to 20% of the time. Approximately 4-6 days a month on average