Senior Government Relations Manager - State and Local

TD•Tallahassee, FL

7d•$115,440 - $173,160

About The Position

The Senior Government Relations Manager – State and Local leads TD Bank’s engagement with state and local governments to advance the Bank’s business objectives and protect its interests and reputation. The role monitors and analyzes political, legislative, and regulatory developments; develops and executes advocacy strategies; and builds relationships with public officials and industry partners. Working across business lines and corporate functions, the Manager translates emerging policy issues into actionable guidance for leaders and coordinates engagement to address risks and advance TD Bank’s policy priorities. The State and Local Government Relations team is part of the Government Relations function in Corporate and Public Affairs, alongside TD’s communications and citizenship teams. The team builds relationships with governors’ offices, state legislators, regulators, and big-city mayors and councils across TD’s footprint. It advocates on policy affecting TD’s customers and communities and helps the business grow by ensuring TD is a trusted and visible partner. This role supports the Southeast Market and reports to the Head of State and Local Government Relations. The Senior Government Relations Manager protects and enhances TD Bank’s interests in government affairs and oversees the development and execution of political, legislative, and regulatory programs and strategies. The position leads complex, strategically significant initiatives; advises executives and business leaders; serves as a principal point of contact with government officials; and coordinates advocacy and policy work across the Bank.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree, relevant professional certifications or designations, or equivalent experience.
At least 7 years of government relations experience with a major multinational organization, as a congressional staff member, or as a senior public servant in a relevant business or government department or agency.
Advanced working knowledge of governmental operations at the federal, state, and local levels.
Thorough understanding of U.S. congressional and Executive Branch policymaking processes, the U.S. regulatory structure, and the roles and decision points of executive agencies, the White House, the Senate, and the House, as well as think tanks, associations, and related organizations.
Sophisticated understanding of the relationship between the legislative process and the U.S. political process.
Ability to research and analyze issues related to governmental actions and proposals.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with government officials at all levels.
Organizational awareness and resourcefulness, including knowing whom to engage to identify solutions and resolve issues.
High degree of personal integrity in recognizing and managing access to sensitive information about the Bank, its strategy, results, people, and issues.
Advanced knowledge of government relations disciplines and practices, relationship management, the external business environment, government operating structures, supported lines of business, the banking industry, and internal customers.
Knowledge of current and emerging competitor and market trends.
Knowledge of the risk management environment, standards, and regulations.
Ability to contribute to the function’s strategic direction and advise senior leadership.
Ability to establish goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
Sound judgment and decision-making ability.
Ability to influence and achieve results through negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across teams and functions.
Willingness to learn the business and develop leadership skills in a condensed timeframe and fast-paced environment.
Superior professional communication skills: confident, transparent, and concise, both verbal and written.
Excellent judgment, relationship-management skills, and impact and influence capability, with demonstrated ability to work effectively with leaders at all levels.

Responsibilities

Oversee complex government relations activities, projects, programs, and strategies that may affect multiple businesses, product lines, or the enterprise.
Develop and execute strategic and tactical government relations programs that support business objectives and protect and advance the Bank’s interests and reputation.
Lead projects with significant scope, strategic impact, and complexity.
Advise executives and business segment leaders on government relations matters.
Build relationships and serve as TD Bank’s principal point of contact with executive, legislative, and regulatory officials.
Monitor, analyze, and prioritize emerging regulatory and legislative issues affecting TD Bank and its business units; determine their potential impact in consultation with management across the organization.
Create and execute advocacy strategies to influence legislation and regulations, educate public officials and staff, and participate in industry lobbying activities.
Develop grassroots advocacy programs involving TD Bank executives and employees across the Bank’s footprint.
Coordinate regional presidents, Government Relations, communications, and other corporate functions to achieve policy objectives.
Recommend policy positions to the Head of Government Relations and other executives, including regional presidents, and participate in the Government Relations structure to maintain corporate alignment.
Elevate TD Bank’s political and economic profile with key public officials and plan and participate in meetings and events that build relationships and goodwill.
Work with regional presidents, the Head of Government Relations, and other executives to guide trade associations in incorporating TD Bank’s policy objectives into their positions and policy initiatives.
Support the development and growth of TD Bank’s coordinated political giving program under the Head of Government Relations’ supervision and in cooperation with regional presidents.
Manage a budget and work within its constraints.
Lead, plan, implement, and evaluate program and project activities to ensure initiatives are completed.

Benefits

Health and well-being benefits
Savings and retirement programs
Paid time off, including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO
Banking benefits and discounts
Career development
Reward and recognition
Training programs
Mentoring programs
Online learning platform
Variable compensation and incentive awards, including potential cash and/or equity incentive awards