VP, Congressional Relations

American Bankers Association

About The Position

The Vice President serves in a senior capacity on the Congressional Relations team and works closely with the Executive Vice President and fellow lobbyists to develop and manage relationships with members of Congress and committees of importance to the banking industry. The position is focused on advocating and achieving the most favorable legislative outcomes for the banking industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's or advanced degree in public policy, government, communications, or related field.
At least 11 years of congressional experience.
Thorough understanding of Congressional legislative process and procedures.
Ability to advocate effectively on ABA legislative priorities.
Demonstrated ability to convey complex banking concepts into brief, easily understood concepts for Republican Members of Congress and staff.
Strong decision-making and judgement paired with a solid foundation of analytical and strategic thinking.
Excellent presentation skills and the ability to influence others.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to have constructive dialogue with those in opposition to ABA's positions.
Knowledge of political fundraising guidelines and practices.
Ability to travel

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a Republican congressional office in a legislative capacity and/or a financial trade association or financial services related industry strongly preferred.
Experience working on banking legislation or within the financial services industry strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Advance the legislative agenda of the ABA by developing working relationships with assigned congressional offices, specifically Republican members of Congress.
Establish fundraising budgets for assigned members and coordinate with ABA's political engagement team and state bankers associations on the approval and distribution of PAC funds.
Develop working relationships with bankers, state association executives, government relations executives and national trade associations to coordinate and advance ABA's federal legislative agenda.
Draft legislative memoranda and assist with preparing witnesses for testimony before the U.S. Congress.
Participate on internal association working groups and support the development of ABA's legislative agenda.
Host and attend congressional fundraising events with members of Congress on behalf of ABA's political action committee.
Other duties as assigned by business need.