ExecutiveDirector-WestRegion-StateandLocalGovernmentRelations

Company: Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

The Executive Director of the West Region serves as a member of the State and Local Government Relations (SGR) leadership team and oversees a staff of regional lobbyists representing the firm's interests before state and municipal governments. SGR monitors legislative activities, analyzes policy and political trends, educates state and local public officials on issues of shared interest, collaborates with the firm's lines of business and internal clients about emerging issues, and develops the advancement of public policy priorities impacting the firm and our clients.

As an Executive Director of the West Region within State and Local Government Relations team, you will play a critical managerial role for the SGR team, providing senior-level guidance, support and connectivity with cross-line of business senior executives. Working alongside Corporate Responsibility (CR) colleagues, you will be responsible for the overall CR strategy, leadership and people management in market.

Job responsibilities

• Manage a team of Regional State and Local Government Relations Managers and Associates, providing senior-level support and strategic guidance in the development and execution of advocacy strategies and legislative outreach
• Set and drive prioritization of markets and activities within the region to achieve core objectives and drive the market business planning processes within each priority market
• Manage response to negative social or political events/issues as they arise in market
• Liaise with Market Leadership Teams, Regional Communications, Business Resource Groups, and other internal stakeholders to drive coordinated engagement strategies and minimize reputational and social risks for the firm
• Identify state and municipal government issues of impact to the firm, as well as proactive opportunities and manage political risk
• Understand the broader legislative and political environment in the west region; anticipate trends, deploy commensurate strategies and track results
• Represent the Department and Firm in relevant meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including elected officials, policymakers, and other partners
• Provide the Head of State and Local Government Relations and JPMC senior executives with regular updates on progress of current projects and legislative trends
• Collaborate on strategy with Community Engagement and Global Philanthropy Regional Executives; regional communications colleagues; and Market Leadership teams
• Provide oversight of regional Political Action Committee (PAC) spending and strategy
• Contribute to a culture of prudent risk management and adhering to the requirements of the firm's control environment
  
  Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
  
  • Proven experience managing diverse teams in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated strong and effective lobbying in multiple states
  • Exceptional relationships and understanding of politics and state and local legislative processes, as well as national and local constituencies
  • Impeccable integrity
  • Proven strong work ethic
  • 10+ years of total relevant experience
    
    Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
    
    • Understanding of financial services issues
    • Graduate degree or equivalent experience
      
      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 JPMorganChase's review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.
      
      About the Team
      
      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 for more information about requesting an accommodation.
      
      JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
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