Vice President, Government Affairs (Remote - New York)

Vice President Of Government Affairs

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all.

The Vice President of Government Affairs is a senior executive responsible for shaping and driving the organization's overarching public policy agenda. This role provides strategic leadership for all state-level legislative and regulatory activities and serves as the organization's primary representative to policymakers and industry coalitions.

What You'll Do :

• Define and lead a comprehensive state government affairs strategy aligned with corporate or organizational goals.
• Serve as the chief spokesperson and representative to legislative, regulatory, and executive branches at the local and state levels.
• Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments at the state level. Find opportunities and risks and develop advocacy plans to advance interests and address potential challenges.
• Build and manage high-level relationships with elected officials, agency leaders, and policy influencers.
• Lead issue advocacy campaigns, legislative negotiations, and coalition-building efforts.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to lobbying disclosure rules and ethics guidelines.
• Collaborate with industry peers, trade associations, and other organizations to build coalitions and partnerships that support First American policy objectives.
• Collaborate closely with legal, public affairs, corporate communications, and business units.
• Develop and lead the company's PAC strategy, including contribution planning, governance, and recruitment.
• Frequent travel required, up to 50%

What You'll Bring :

Bachelor's degree, (Master's preferred). 12+ years of progressively senior experience in state government affairs, policy, or a related domain. Deep understanding of state legislative and regulatory processes, including policy development and administrative procedure. Executive presence and ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders. Background in lobbying, legal, or public policy strongly preferred. Ability to communicate, both written and verbally, in an effective and compelling manner. Critical thinker with the ability to solve problems and deal with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with state legislative procedures and the established channels of communication between pertinent committees, legislative offices, and state agencies is preferred.

Pay Range : $192,400.00 - $256,525.00 annually

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

What We Offer :

By choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it's the right thing to do, but also because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO / paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. First American invests in its employees' development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Minimum Salary : 192400.00 Maximum Salary : 256525.00 Salary Unit : Yearly