Vice President, Government Affairs & Policy, US

Mastercard • Washington, DC

52d

About The Position

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Mastercard’s Government Affairs & Policy (GAP) team works to shape the policy environment in ways that mitigate risk, unlock growth, and promote innovation. We engage with policymakers, trade associations, and third-party voices to advocate for smart legislation, advance our brand, and support the company’s business objectives. We are seeking a Vice President, Government Affairs & Policy to drive federal advocacy efforts across Congress and the Administration. This is a role looking for dynamic leader who can bring together policy, communications, stakeholder engagement, and direct advocacy to advance Mastercard’s priorities with the federal government. The ideal candidate will be experienced in building and executing strategies, thrive in fast paced environments, organized in handling multiple priorities, and deeply collaborative.

Requirements

• Significant experience in government affairs and policy, government, or a corporate environment. Private sector experience preferred.
• Strong political acumen and a thorough understanding of the decision-making processes of the federal government.
• Experienced leader with a strong foundation for developing and executing against a strategy
• Strong executive communication skills and ability to distill complex topics in a clear and persuasive style.
• Deep relationships with policymakers across Congress and the Administration.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to operate in fast paced environments.
• Ability to successfully work with partners and deliver results within cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record of proactively developing and implementing effective legislative strategies and a passion for advocacy.
• Flexible and resourceful problem solver who can quickly adapt to evolving priorities or unexpected challenges in a fast paced environment.
• Self-starter who helps drive collaboration and a team mindset.
• Strong writing and communication skills to an executive audience.
• Organized with exception attention to detail.
• Passionate to learn and improve, be innovative, creative, and driven to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive federal advocacy strategies that reflect significant policy and political trends.
• Advise company on navigating these trends and engagement.
• Lead direct advocacy efforts with Congress and the Administration to advance Mastercard’s policy priorities and mitigate risks.
• Provide regular updates and strategic guidance to executives and senior management on relevant policy developments and opportunities.
• Oversee relationships/memberships with trade associations, coalitions, industry organizations, and third-party entities to further Mastercard’s advocacy strategy and policy priorities.
• Work proactively across the GAP function and with relevant business teams, ensuring cohesive approach to engagement on policy.

Benefits

• Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more.
• Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees