Federal Government Relations - Executive Director

JPMorganChase; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is seeking an Executive Director for Federal Government Relations to oversee legislative activities, analyze policy trends, and brief Congress and the Executive Branch on priorities that affect the firm and its clients. You will coordinate with Global Government Relations and business lines to shape policy initiatives.

The role demands building high-level relationships with federal policymakers, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering advocacy campaigns with clear messaging

Qualifications

• 12+ years of policy and/or legislative development and analysis.
• Deep understanding of capital markets and financial services.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, policy acumen.
• Proven and effective lobbying outcomes at the federal level.
• Excellent written and verbal communications, including public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Own a portfolio of priority federal legislative issues and drive end-to-end advocacy.
• Advise JPMorgan Chase senior leadership and align stakeholders on policy priorities.
• Build relationships with federal policymakers across Congress and the Executive Branch.
• Lead multi-stakeholder advocacy with industry and trade associations.
• Design and execute targeted campaigns with messaging and stakeholder mapping.
• Produce executive briefing materials translating policy into business implications.
• Lead cross-functional teams ensuring governance and on-time delivery.

Skills

Policy experience

Capital markets knowledge

Federal lobbying

Leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Global Government Relations (GGR) Overview

Global Government Relations (GGR) is housed within Corporate Responsibility and is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive policy, regulatory and advocacy strategy on behalf of JPMorgan Chase. This includes engaging in balanced advocacy with regulators and policymakers, understanding and providing thought leadership on how policies affect the firm's clients and economic growth overall, and governing internal coordination among regions and lines of business on global regulatory reform issues.

Executive Director – Federal Government Relations

As an Executive Director within the Federal Government Relations (FGR) team, you will be working in collaboration with the Global Government Relations Team to oversee legislative activities, scrutinize policy and political trends, and enlighten Congressional and Executive Branch public officials on matters of mutual interest. Your responsibilities will also include closely liaising with the firm's business lines and clients to comprehend emerging issues, and to devise, support, and advocate for the progression of public policy priorities that influence the firm and our clients.

Job Responsibilities

• Own a portfolio of priority federal legislative issues, setting advocacy strategy and driving end-to-end execution of legislative and public policy initiatives to advance firm objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to JPMorgan Chase senior leadership, aligning stakeholders on policy priorities, tradeoffs, and engagement plans to ensure a unified firm position.
• Build and sustain high-impact relationships with federal policymakers across Congress and the Executive Branch, enhancing access, credibility, and influence on priority issues.
• Develop and lead multi-stakeholder advocacy efforts with industry and external partners; provide strategic direction to trade associations to maximize effectiveness and outcomes.
• Design and execute targeted advocacy campaigns to advance the firm's priorities with federal policymakers, integrating messaging, outreach cadence, and stakeholder mapping.
• Produce executive-ready briefing materials (memos, talking points, and presentations) that translate complex policy developments into clear business implications and recommended actions.
• Lead cross-functional working teams, driving governance, accountability, and on-time delivery across policy initiatives.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• 12+ years of experience in policy and/or legislative development and analysis
• Deep understanding of capital markets, financial services, and business issues
• Demonstrated leadership skills, strategic thinking, policy acumen, and strong work ethic
• Proven and effective lobbying outcomes at the federal level
• Exceptional relationships and considerable experience with navigating and understanding federal politics and legislative processes
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communications skills, including both public speaking and the ability to engage with senior executives

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to excel and maintain a positive attitude in a high-performance, fast-paced professional environment, while managing multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Management and leadership experience is a plus
• JD or MBA is a plus

About Us

JPMorgan Chase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, onsite health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans.

About The Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

The Corporate Responsibility (CR) department mission is to advance a stronger, more durable and safe financial system and an inclusive economy and society for clients, customers and communities around the world. The department includes sub-departments focused on policy advocacy and lobbying, philanthropy, sustainability, impact finance, community engagement and data analysis and research.