DIRECTOR, FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

At BNY, our culture empowers you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the center of the world’s financial system we touch nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day around the globe, our 50,000+ employees bring the power of their perspective to the table to create solutions with our clients that benefit businesses, communities and people everywhere.
We continue to be a leader in the industry, awarded as a top home for innovators and for creating an inclusive workplace. Through our unique ideas and talents, together we help make money work for the world. This is what #LifeAtBNY is all about.
We’re seeking a future team member for the role of DIRECTOR, FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS to join our PUBLIC POLICY AND GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS (PPGA) team to help develop, prioritize and advance BNY’s federal government affairs priorities. This role is located in WASHINGTON, DC – HYBRID.
The ideal candidate is a strategic, collaborative and creative with a record of successfully executing on priorities and building coalitions. In this role, you will work in collaboration with the Head of Federal Government Affairs and colleagues on the Public Policy and Government Affairs (PPGA) team to develop and advance public policy priorities and build the bank’s profile in Washington to help position the bank with policy makers, clients and other stakeholders. You will establish yourself as a trusted advisor and collaborator, working across the bank, including with senior leaders, functional teams, lines of business and partners across the bank. This role will report to the Head of US Government Affairs and will be based in Washington, DC.

EMPLOYER DESCRIPTION:

For over 230 years, the people of BNY Mellon have been at the forefront of finance, expanding the financial markets while supporting investors throughout the investment lifecycle. BNY Mellon can act as a single point of contact for clients looking to create, trade, hold, manage, service, distribute or restructure investments and safeguards nearly one-fifth of the world’s financial assets. BNY Mellon remains one of the safest, most trusted and admired companies. Every day our employees make their mark by helping clients better manage and service their financial assets around the world. Whether providing financial services for institutions, corporations or individual investors, clients count on the people of BNY Mellon across time zones and in 35 countries and more than 100 markets. It’s the collective ambition, innovative thinking and exceptionally focused client service paired with a commitment to doing what is right that continues to set us apart. Make your mark: bnymellon.com/careers.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS:

Develop, prioritize and advance key public policy priorities for BNY at the federal level and engage with elected officials and policymakers.
Collaborate with colleagues on the Public Policy and Government Affairs (PPGA) team to understand the regulatory and legislative environment that impacts our business and how it intersects with BNY’s strategy and interests, share information and drive towwards shared objectives.
Build and leverage relationships with policymakers and allies to build coalitions that help advance key priorities and manage BNY Mellon’s public policy engagement with trade associations, membership organizations, consultants and other allies and partners.
Work with internal stakeholders, including partners in Communications, Foundation, Community Solutions and Legal to address public policy issues and advance solutions and serve as a trusted advisor and partner.
Prepare briefing, presentation and advocacy materials that distill policy messages and resonate across a range of audiences, including policymakers, partners and clients.
Represent BNY Mellon Political Action Committee in internal and external engagements.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, WE’RE SEEKING THE FOLLOWING:

12-15+ years of experience in public policy, advocacy or government affairs with engagement in the political process with policymakers and stakeholders ideally with background in both the public and private sector and exposure to financial services issues
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to distill complex policies and information in succinct and compelling ways with diverse audiences.
Proven experience leading, collaborating and executing on policy issues across multiple stakeholders in a dynamic environment.
Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to build consensus with the ability to independently execute tasks and deliver results.
Creativity, curiosity and a self-starter demeanor with the ability to adapt quickly to changing needs and thrive in fast-paced environments.
Strong political acumen through understanding of public policy, political dynamics and the ability to be effective with members of both political parties.
Sound judgment and exceptional organizational and administrative skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage many competing priorities and responsibilities.
At BNY, our culture speaks for itself. Here’s a few of our awards:
America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2024
World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2024
Human Rights Campaign Foundation, Corporate Equality Index, 100% score, 2023-2024
Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion , Disability: IN – 100% score, 2023-2024
“Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2024
Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, Top performing company for Sustainability, 2024
Bloomberg’s Gender Equality Index (GEI), 2023