Vice President, State Governmental Affairs

Reinsurance Group of America•Chesterfield, MO

1d•$150,770 - $224,640•Remote

About The Position

The Vice President, State Governmental Affairs is responsible for developing and leading RGA's state‑level government relations strategy across the United States, including at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). This role provides enterprise leadership on legislative and regulatory engagement within a highly regulated environment, with a focus on protecting RGA's business interests, managing regulatory risk, and supporting long‑term growth. The Vice President will contribute to federal and international government relations programs as part of a versatile government relations team. The Vice President serves as a strategic advisor and represents RGA with senior policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS)
10+ Years of progressive experience in government relations, legislative affairs, public policy, or regulatory engagement
Significant experience working within a highly regulated industry, preferably insurance or financial services
Knowledge of state insurance regulation, regulatory and legislative process, and solvency requirements
Demonstrated ability to influence legislative or regulatory outcomes and provide strategic counsel to senior leaders
Strong executive presence with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven political acumen, sound judgment, and ability to manage sensitive and complex issues

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (JD, MBA, MPA, or equivalent) and relevant professional designations
Experience with the Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance or other relevant Missouri government agencies
Experience with the New York Department of Financial Services
Experience with the Bermuda Monetary Authority and the Barbados Financial Services Commission
Experience supporting insurance or reinsurance organizations
Prior experience working in or closely with the NAIC, state legislatures, regulatory agencies, or governors’ offices
Multi‑state or national government relations leadership experience

Responsibilities

Lead and execute RGA’s state government relations strategy in alignment with enterprise objectives and risk management priorities.
Represent RGA at legislative hearings, regulatory meetings, rulemakings, and other forums, including NAIC national meetings.
Monitor, analyze, and influence model laws, state legislation and regulation, and administrative actions impacting insurance and reinsurance.
Serve as RGA’s senior representative with the NAIC, state legislators, governors’ offices, state insurance departments, and other state government agencies.
Advise executive leadership on state public policy developments and their implications for financial performance, capital and solvency, financial regulation, operations, data privacy, artificial intelligence (AI), and compliance. Partner closely with colleagues across the enterprise to ensure aligned advocacy positions and messaging.
Identify emerging legislative, regulatory, political, and reputational risks; recommend proactive mitigation strategies.
Assist with federal government relations and international government relations as part of a versatile government relations team.
Provide oversight and strategic direction for external lobbyists, consultants, and trade association engagement across multiple states.
Prepare and deliver executive‑level briefings, testimony, regulatory comment letters, and policy position statements.
Ensure compliance with all applicable state lobbying, ethics, disclosure, and pay‑to‑play laws. Uphold RGA’s values, reputation, and ethical standards through transparent and principled government engagement.