Regional Manager of State & Local Government Relations - West Region
JPMorganChase is hiring a Vice President, Regional Manager of State & Local Government Relations to cover California, (CA), Alaska (AK) and Hawaii (HI). The Regional Manager position is located in Sacramento and reports to the West Region Executive of State and Local Government Relations. 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.
As a State Government Relations Manager within the State and Local Government Relations (SGR) team, you will lead the company's strategy within the assigned region, monitoring legislative activities, analyzing policy and political trends, and engaging with agencies as well as state and local public officials. You will collaborate with the firm's lines of business about emerging issues, and develop, support, and promote the advancement of priority public policy objectives. Working closely with the firm's communications and public affairs teams, you will be responsible for developing and executing advocacy campaigns, manage regulatory risks, and increase awareness and engagement with key government partners in the region.
Job Responsibilities
- Understand the governmental and political environment within assigned region, CA, AK, HI.
- Monitor and influence regulatory, legislative, and political developments, analyze potential impacts, and communicate relevant updates to internal stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with elected officials, regulatory agencies, and community leaders.
- Engage and manage external state and local trade associations, contract lobbyists, and national organizations, as assigned.
- Engage internal partners (Regional Communications, Corporate Communications, Public Affairs) to develop advocacy campaigns, including events, messaging and tactics that will resonate with policy makers and highlight JPMC's economic impact and business footprint in key markets in the region.
- Coordinate with Corporate Responsibility and Line of Business colleagues to identify, develop and leverage opportunities to highlight for the firm's philanthropic initiatives and market expansion efforts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align government relations activities with company priorities.
- Support senior executives on government relations priorities.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Existing relationships and understanding of politics and state and local legislative process of the assigned region.
- Experience lobbying, working on public affairs advocacy campaigns and/or political campaigns.
- Background developing integrated messaging to support policy, legislative, and public affairs strategies.
- Understanding and background in financial services and business issues
- Strong project management, written communication skills
- Proven ability to build effective, collaborative relationships
- Impeccable integrity.
- Proven strong work ethic.
- 10+ years of total relevant experience.
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Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Graduate degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Federal Deposit Insurance Act: This position is subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. As such, an employment offer for this position is contingent on JPMorgan Chase's review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.
ABOUT US
JPMorganChase, 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, on-site 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.
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