Senior Director, Public Policy & Legislative Affairs

EY; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 262,000 - 598,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k) plans

Paid time off

Job summary

EY is seeking a senior public policy professional to help shape regulatory and legislative outcomes aligned with the firm’s business strategy. You will collaborate with the Office of Public Policy, AICPA, and other large public accounting firms to influence policy and regulation.

The role involves monitoring developments, strategic thinking, and coordinating with firm stakeholders across the country. The position requires building relationships with congressional committees and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science or related field.
• Law degree and/or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Approximately 10+ years of political/government experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage regulatory and legislative issues of concern to EY and the profession.
• Understand laws and regulations affecting business, including cyber/privacy and national/state policy.
• Engage with Congress and regulatory agencies on public policy issues.
• Represent EY before Congress, administrations, and regulatory bodies.
• Lobby in US House and Senate and with staff.
• Foster relationships on Capitol Hill and with EY PAC.

Skills

Policy analysis

Strategic thinking

Regulatory affairs

Relationship building

Verbal and written communication

Influencing senior leaders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science

Law degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

EY is seeking a senior public policy professional to help shape regulatory and legislative outcomes aligned with the firm’s business strategy. You will collaborate with the Office of Public Policy, AICPA, and other large public accounting firms to influence policy and regulation.

The role involves monitoring developments, strategic thinking, and coordinating with firm stakeholders across the country. The position requires building relationships with congressional committees and regulatory