Director, Government Relations

3 weeks ago


Montpelier, United States National Life Group Full time

Summary

Join one of the fastest growing life insurance companies in the country. As part of its growth strategy, National Life Group is expanding its government relations function. The Director, Government Relations will report to the General Counsel and interact with industry trade associations as well as local, state, and federal legislative and regulatory bodies to represent and advance National Life Group's business plans and interests. The candidate will be responsible for monitoring, assessing, and influencing pending legislation and regulation in partnership with our trade associations and organizational subject matter experts. This position will help ensure we put our best foot forward in influencing the future environment for the insurance industry.

Key Responsibilities

* External Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, legislators, regulators, industry associations, and community organizations to promote National Life Group's interests and advocate for our initiatives. Collaborate with industry peers, trade associations, and advocacy groups to build coalitions, coordinate advocacy efforts, and amplify our collective voice on priority issues.
* Government Affairs Strategy: Partner with stakeholders to develop and implement comprehensive government affairs strategies aligned with business objectives and regulatory priorities.
* Regulatory Knowledge: Stay abreast of regulatory requirements and changes affecting the insurance sector at the state and federal level, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and proactively engaging with regulators to address regulatory matters.
* Policy Analysis: Analyze proposed legislation, regulations, and public policy initiatives to assess their potential impact on National Life Group, provide recommendations to senior leadership in the development of advocacy positions and messaging.
* Legislative Advocacy: Monitor legislative developments, identify emerging issues impacting the insurance industry and our customers, and advocate for favorable outcomes.
* Internal Stakeholder Partnership: Work closely with marketing and community and media relations partners to ensure alignment of advocacy messaging.
* Issue Management: Collaborate with organizational subject matter experts to analyze issues and formulate and prioritize National Life Group's positions with regard to legislative and regulatory issues.
* Perform other duties as required.

Skills & Requirements

* Deep understanding of legislative and regulatory landscape in the insurance and/or financial services industry, with a proven track record of successfully advocating for policy initiatives and influencing decision-makers.
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build consensus, manage conflicts, and forge productive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
* Analytical mindset, with the ability to analyze complex policy issues, anticipate potential challenges, and develop pragmatic solutions.
* Subject-matter expert with a results-oriented approach, capable of translating business objectives into actionable advocacy strategies and measurable outcomes.
* Strong organizational, time management, and ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters.
* Must be able to pass a background check.



Education & Experience

* Bachelor's degree, Juris Doctor or other advanced degree and 12 or more years relevant work experience
* 10+ years of Life & Annuity or financial services industry experience preferred

The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position. National Life offers a competitive total rewards package which includes: a 401(k) retirement plan match; medical, dental, and vision insurance; a company funded wellness account for director and below employees; 10 paid holidays; a generous paid time off plan (22 days of combined time-off for non-exempt employees and exempt employees have discretion in managing their time, including scheduling time off in the normal course of business, but in no event will exempt employees receive less sick time than required by state or local law); 6 weeks of paid parental leave; and 6 weeks of paid family leave after a year of full-time employment. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604 Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy

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