Senior State Government Affairs & Regulatory Leader

geico; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

GEICO is seeking an accomplished government relations professional to advance the company’s state legislative and regulatory agenda. This role requires building relationships with policymakers and stakeholders, and leading strategies across regulatory matters in California.

The ideal candidate has a JD and 10+ years of government affairs experience, with deep knowledge of U.S. insurance regulation, strong analytical and communication skills, and a track record in policy development and advocacy.

Qualifications

• JD degree and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant government affairs experience with insurance regulation or related public policy fields
• Proven experience developing and implementing regulatory and legislative strategies
• Deep knowledge of U.S. insurance regulatory systems (state departments, NAIC)
• Strong analytical skills to translate regulatory developments into actionable strategies
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Juris doctor preferred but not mandatory

Responsibilities

• Policymaker Engagement: Build and maintain networks of state legislators, agency heads, staff, industry members, and associations.
• Regulatory & Legislative Analysis: Review proposals with Government & Regulatory Affairs colleagues and internal stakeholders.
• Strategic Monitoring & Reporting: Identify trends and communicate insights to stakeholders and senior management.
• Strategic Support: Develop policy positions and draft language; prepare for legislative interactions.
• Coalition Building: Coordinate external resources and associations to advocate GEICO’s priorities.
• Additional Duties: Assume other regulatory or legislative responsibilities as priorities evolve.

Skills

Regulatory strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

GEICO is seeking an accomplished government relations professional to advance the company’s state legislative and regulatory agenda. This role requires building relationships with policymakers and stakeholders, and leading strategies across regulatory matters in California.

The ideal candidate has a JD and 10+ years of government affairs experience, with deep knowledge of U.S. insurance regulation, strong analytical and communication skills, and a track record in policy development and advocacy.