Policy & Government Affairs Counsel — Legislative Leader

State Farm; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 151,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Annual raise & bonus

401(k) plan

Job summary

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company seeks an experienced Counsel to lead government relations across multiple states from Sacramento, CA. The role sits in the Corporate Law Division and requires relocation to Sacramento with potential benefits for the right candidate.

You will monitor legislation, engage regulators, and work with policy teams to shape regulatory outcomes while aligning with business objectives and customer advocacy.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school with outstanding credentials.
• Active law license in at least one state and in good standing with the bar.
• Ability to obtain permission to practice law in California as RIHC if not licensed there.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in government relations, drafting, advocacy, or regulatory law.
• Proactive approach, strong advisory skills, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead State Farm's government relations across multiple states from Sacramento.
• Monitor, analyze, and influence legislative and regulatory activities.
• Build relationships with lobbyists, trade associations, and external partners.
• Collaborate with Public Policy and grassroots teams on policy solutions.
• Represent State Farm before regulators and assist with examinations, rate filings, and complaints.

Skills

Government relations

Legislative drafting

Regulatory law

Team player

Analytical

Proactive

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company seeks an experienced Counsel to lead government relations across multiple states from Sacramento, CA. The role sits in the Corporate Law Division and requires relocation to Sacramento with potential benefits for the right candidate.

You will monitor legislation, engage regulators, and work with policy teams to shape regulatory outcomes while aligning with business objectives and customer advocacy.