Director, Public Policy & Government Affairs

S&P Global, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 127,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Invest in Your Future

Family Friendly Perks

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Job summary

S&P Global, Inc. seeks a Director, Government Affairs and Public Policy in Washington, DC. You will lead US policy engagement, work with Commercial, Product, Legal, and Communications teams, and shape the company’s advocacy strategy with policymakers.

You will track legislative developments, advise business leaders on political risks, and coordinate cross‑functional initiatives to mitigate risks and advance policy priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working on policy related to capital markets, commodity markets, the finance industry, digital assets, or banking-related issues.
• Be willing to register as a lobbyist and be subject to all U.S. FEC laws.
• 4-8 years of experience working within government, think tanks, public interest groups and/or financial services, capital markets, and commodity market industry groups or corporations.

Responsibilities

• Advise division leaders on political and policy risks impacting the business and align with advocacy efforts to mitigate risks.
• Coordinate across the Global Government Affairs and Public Policy Team for engagement with senior leaders and policy priorities.
• Identify opportunities to build relationships with government officials, trade groups, and industry stakeholders.

Skills

Policy experience

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

S&P Global, Inc. seeks a Director, Government Affairs and Public Policy in Washington, DC. You will lead US policy engagement, work with Commercial, Product, Legal, and Communications teams, and shape the company’s advocacy strategy with policymakers.

You will track legislative developments, advise business leaders on political risks, and coordinate cross‑functional initiatives to mitigate risks and advance policy priorities in a fast‑paced environment.