Bachelor's or advanced degree in public policy, government, communications, or related field.
At least 11 years of congressional experience, preferably in a Democratic office or financial trade association.
Thorough understanding of the congressional legislative process and procedures.
Experience in banking legislation or the financial services industry is strongly preferred.
Ability to advocate effectively on ABA's legislative priorities.
Excellent presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Knowledge of political fundraising guidelines and practices.
Responsibilities
Advance ABA's federal legislative agenda by building relationships with Democratic members of Congress and their staff.
Cultivate relationships with external stakeholders to build coalitions for legislative priorities.
Shape legislative strategy through participation in internal working groups and initiatives.
Prepare ABA executives and stakeholders for meetings and events with policymakers.
Lead political engagement for assigned Congress members, including hosting fundraising events.
Represent ABA publicly, delivering legislative updates at industry events, requiring travel of 15-20%.
Engage in constructive dialogue with those opposing ABA's positions.
Benefits
Opportunity to influence banking legislation at a national level.
Collaborative work environment with bipartisan peers.
Engagement with high-level stakeholders in the banking industry.
Participation in significant political events and fundraising activities.
Professional development through exposure to legislative processes and strategies.
Full Job Description
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.
