Director, HEAD OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

BNY Mellon Capital Markets, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader for the Director, Head of Federal Government Relations role. This position is pivotal in shaping federal policy priorities and engaging with key stakeholders in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in public policy and advocacy, with exceptional communication skills and political acumen. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for flexibility while ensuring impactful contributions to the company's mission. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and inclusivity, and be part of a team that makes a difference in the financial services landscape.

Benefits

Flexible Resources

Paid Leaves

Volunteer Time

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 12+ years in public policy, advocacy, or government relations.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Strong political acumen and understanding of public policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of federal public policy priorities.
• Collaborate with teams to align strategies with regulatory environments.
• Build relationships with policymakers and trade associations.

Skills

Public Policy

Advocacy

Government Relations

Communication Skills

Leadership

Political Acumen

Organizational Skills

Job description

Director, HEAD OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

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Job Description

At BNY, our culture empowers you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the center of the world’s financial system, we touch nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our 50,000+ employees bring their perspectives to create solutions that benefit businesses, communities, and people worldwide.

We are industry leaders, recognized for innovation and inclusivity. Our team helps make money work for the world. We seek a HEAD OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS to join our PUBLIC POLICY AND GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS (PPGA) team in WASHINGTON, DC – HYBRID.

The ideal candidate is strategic, collaborative, and creative, with a successful track record in executing priorities, building coalitions, and adapting to change. You will work with the Head of US Government Relations and other colleagues to develop and advance BNY’s federal policy priorities, elevate the company’s profile in Washington, and build relationships with policymakers and stakeholders. This role reports to the Head of US Government Relations and is based in Washington, DC, with a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office).

Key Responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and execution of federal public policy priorities, engaging with elected officials and policymakers.
• Collaborating with the PPGA team to understand regulatory and legislative environments impacting our business and aligning strategies.
• Building and leveraging relationships with policymakers, trade associations, and other allies to advance key priorities.
• Working with internal teams (Communications, Legal, Foundation, Community Solutions) to address policy issues and serve as a trusted advisor.
• Preparing briefing materials, presentations, and advocacy content tailored to diverse audiences.
• Representing BNY in political engagement activities and managing the BNY Political Action Committee strategy.

Qualifications:

• 12+ years in public policy, advocacy, or government relations, with experience engaging policymakers and stakeholders, ideally in both public and private sectors, with exposure to financial services issues.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of distilling complex policies for diverse audiences.
• Proven leadership in managing policy issues across stakeholders in dynamic environments, focused on solutions.
• Ability to collaborate broadly and execute independently to deliver results.
• Creativity, curiosity, self-starting attitude, and adaptability to fast-paced changes.
• Strong political acumen and understanding of public policy and political dynamics across parties.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Our accolades include:

• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2024
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2024
• 100% score on Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index, 2023-2024
• Best Places for Disability Inclusion, Disability: IN, 2023-2024
• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2024
• Top performer in Sustainability (Dow Jones), 2024
• Bloomberg’s Gender Equality Index, 2023

Benefits and Compensation:

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and wellness programs, including flexible resources, paid leaves, and volunteer time. The salary range is $142,000 to $250,000, based on experience and location, with additional incentives and benefits. This at-will position allows for salary and benefit modifications.

About BNY Mellon:

With over 230 years of history, BNY Mellon leads in finance, managing nearly one-fifth of the world's financial assets. We serve clients globally, providing comprehensive investment and financial services with a focus on trust, safety, and innovation. Learn more at bnymellon.com/careers.