VP, Congressional Relations

aba; District of Columbia; On-site; USD 225,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vice President (VP) at American Bankers Association leads ABA's Congressional Relations efforts, working with the Executive VP and bipartisan peers to foster relationships with members of Congress, staff, and committees important to the banking industry.

The role advocates for favorable legislative outcomes, shapes strategy, advises ABA executives, and represents ABA at events. Travel anticipated 15–20% as part of engaging policymakers and industry stakeholders nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in public policy, government, communications, or related field.
• 11+ years of congressional experience. Democratic congressional office experience and/or financial services industry preferred.
• Experience working on banking legislation or within the financial services industry preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Advance ABA’s federal legislative agenda by building and maintaining relationships with Democratic members of the U.S. House of Representatives, staff, and relevant committee staff.
• Cultivate relationships with bankers, state association executives, government relations professionals, and national trade associations to build coalitions and advance priorities.
• Shape legislative strategy and policy priorities through participation in internal working groups and cross-functional initiatives.
• Advise ABA executives and stakeholders for meetings with policymakers, testimony, and industry events.
• Lead political engagement for assigned members of Congress, including representing ABA at congressional fundraising events for ABA’s PAC.
• Speak on behalf of ABA in public settings and deliver updates at ABA programming and industry events.

Skills

Congressional relations

Policy advocacy

Public policy

Stakeholder engagement

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in public policy, government, communications, or related field

Job description

Want to work for a great Organization?

The American Bankers Association is the banking industry's champion. Joining ABA makes you part of a team that: - has Extraordinary People - ABA experts are the \"go to\" sources for bankers, policy makers and the media for credible information and insights for the banking industry. - has Unmatched Scope and Scale - ABA's unparalleled information and services keep members current, knowledgeable and prepared. - is Impact-Driven - ABA has a proven record of bringing about positive change for our members and the industry. We take action and achieve results. Plus competitive pay, an outstanding benefits package, a convenient DC location, a professional collegial work environment and an opportunity to work on issues of national significance equals a winning combination!

Employer of Choice: Recognized year after year as a Great Place to Work , ABA is also a proud recipient of the Great Company Culture Award !

Job Description

The Vice President (VP) serves in a senior capacity, supporting ABA's Congressional Relations effort. This position works closely with the Executive Vice President and a group of bipartisan peers, to foster relationships with members of Congress, their staff and committees of importance to the banking industry. The VP is responsible for advocating and achieving favorable legislative outcomes for the banking industry in the United States Congress.

Key Responsibilities

• Advance ABA's federal legislative agenda by building and maintaining strategic relationships with assigned Democratic members of the U.S. House of Representatives, congressional staff, and relevant committee staff.
• Cultivate and leverage relationships with key external stakeholders, including bankers, state association executives, government relations professionals, and national trade associations, to build coalitions and advance ABA's legislative priorities.
• Help shape legislative strategy and policy priorities through active participation in internal working groups and cross-functional initiatives.
• Advise and prepare ABA executives, key stakeholders, and members for meetings with policymakers, testimony, speaking engagements, and industry events.
• Lead political engagement for assigned members of Congress, including representing ABA at and hosting congressional fundraising events on behalf of ABA's political action committee.
• Speak on behalf of ABA in public settings, delivering legislative and political updates as part of ABA programming, congressional and political events, and other relevant industry events, requiring approximately 15-20% travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in public policy, government, communications, or related field.
• At least 11 years of congressional experience. Experience working in a Democratic congressional office in a legislative capacity and/or a financial trade association or financial services-related industry strongly preferred.
• Ability to work collegially and respectfully in an inclusive and bipartisan environment.
• Thorough understanding of the congressional legislative process and procedures.
• Experience working on banking legislation or within the financial services industry strongly preferred.
• Ability to advocate effectively on ABA's legislative priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to convey complex banking concepts into brief, easily understood concepts for Members of Congress and their staff.
• Strong decision-making and judgment paired with a solid foundation of analytical and strategic thinking.
• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to influence others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to have constructive dialogue with those in opposition to ABA's positions.
• Knowledge of political fundraising guidelines and practices.
• Ability to travel (up to 20%).

Target compensation for role

$225,000.00 - $240,000.00

Salary Band Range

$175,280.00 - $245,420.00 - $315,560.00

American Bankers Association (ABA) is an Equal Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.