VP, Government Affairs

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 3, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description:Role Summary/Purpose:Synchrony seeks to hire a Vice President of Government Affairs. Reporting to the SVP of Government Affairs, this person would protect and promote Synchrony before the federal government and assigned state governments, while building coalitions and working with allies nationwide. This role will primarily focus on representing Synchrony's interests in the health and wellness sector.Essential Responsibilities:Understand Business Priorities:

• Develop a strategic government affairs plan that prioritizes issues and shapes public policy to support the company's advocacy and reputation agenda primarily focused on Synchrony's CareCredit business.
• Partner with subject matter experts at Synchrony to drive the creation of corporate positions on pending health and wellness financing legislation and regulation
• Provide accurate, timely and insightful responses and analysis regarding various health and wellness projects and initiatives
• Apprise senior management relative to pertinent legislative issues and other external factors that could affect Synchrony's CareCredit businessPerform Legislative Tracking and Analysis:
  • Identify at an early stage, quantify, and prioritize emerging health and wellness legislation that will affect Synchrony
  • Review legislation and develop appropriate action plan to communicate to appropriate internal health and wellness business leaders and external customers any potential legislative threats or trends
  • Develop policy positions drawing on a deep understanding of both the political landscape and Synchrony business priorities
  • Monitor activities of the assigned state agencies and legislatures that would potentially impact financing in the health and wellness industry; alert and advise leadership on emerging opportunities and concerns
  • Prepare communications to key stakeholders (employees, public officials, etc.) to communicate pertinent issuesDevelop and Implement Strategic Plan:
    • Understand and articulate in a compelling way the Synchrony position on key legislative issues
    • Build and maintain meaningful relationships with assigned public officials and staff
    • Represent the company in meetings with assigned public officials and staff
    • Manage government affairs consultants as necessary
    • Ensure all activity is compliant with applicable federal and state lobbying laws
    • Identify, coordinate and build relationships with federal and state banking and health related trade associations, coalitions, relevant consumer groups, and legislative organizations as assigned
    • Participate in and manage multiple industry coalitions to deliver policy results for Synchrony and our customers
    • Travel for meetings with public officials, coalitions, and organizations as assigned
    • Direct and supervise lobbying efforts to advance legislative and regulatory objectives and protect company's interests from adverse public policy
    • Prepare and submit presentations, testimony and other official materials to relevant decision-makers to advance specific policy goals and objectives
    • Participate in the management of designated state and national organizations and associations as primary company representative
    • Develop industry-wide coalitions and support significant grassroots campaigns relating to key issues
    • Develop actions plans and implement activities that will mitigate negative impact or facilitate positive policy changeQualifications/Requirements:
      • Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years federal or state government experience and/or government affairs experience, or in lieu of degree 10+ years equivalent and relevant experience
      • In-depth knowledge of the federal and state legislative process
      • Experience working with elected officials, industry associations, and corporate executives
      • Experience in engaging with government officials and entities such as preparing and testifying in front of state legislation committees
      • Willing and able to travel
      • Position is based in Washington DCDesired Characteristics:
        • A proven record of accomplishment in advancing and promoting important issues through the federal and state legislative and/or regulatory process
        • An interest in health and wellness policy regulation and legislation
        • Advanced degree preferred
        • Ability to lead advocacy efforts to achieve legislative goals
        • Excellent written and oral communications skills
        • Ability to function independently
        • Strong presentation skillsGrade/Level: 14The salary range for this position is 150,000.00 - 250,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.Eligibility Requirements:
          • You must be 18 years or older
          • You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
          • You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process
          • You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
          • New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles.-- Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months' time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles.-- Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months' time in position before they can post.-- All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don't meet the time in position or performance expectations).Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.-- We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.--All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.--Our Commitment:When you join us, you'll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard-but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we're building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8--, with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you'll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Reasonable Accommodation Notice:
            • Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
            • If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627.---- Representatives are available from 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard TimeJob Family Group:Legal

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