Director of Government Relations (US)

Director of Government Relations (US)

Company : TD Securities

Location

Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America

Hours and Pay

Hours : 40 hrs / week

Pay Range : $200,000 - $280,000 USD

Line of Business

Communications

Job Description

The Director of Government Relations will strengthen and cultivate relationships with Members of Congress, Senators, staffers, and organizations that are engaged in issues facing the financial sector, with a focus on Democratic outreach. Reporting to the Head of Government Relations, the Director will represent TD's interests, track national policy developments, and coordinate interactions with key policymakers. While the Director will focus on federal outreach, they will contribute to Government Relations strategies at all levels, from local to federal. Government Relations is part of Corporate and Public Affairs (CAPA), and the Director will be part of an extended leadership team that is tasked with strengthening and protecting TD's reputation and growing TD's influence in Washington and across the East Coast. They will also work closely with the Office of the CEO, Regulatory Relations, and leaders from various Lines of Business to advance TD's interests.

Depth & Scope

• Represents the interests of TD Bank and coordinates in developing industry and company positions with federal regulatory and legislative bodies as well as national trade associations
• Builds internal networks for a holistic approach to government relations, including Community Relations, Corporate and Public Affairs, Legal and Compliance
• Works closely with the heads of various business lines and advises senior officers in the company on public policy issues of interest and concern to the Bank
• Liaises with internal and external stakeholders, conducting research and analysis of government related issues, supporting preparation and delivery of materials, coordinating communication efforts, anticipating and managing short term and longer term objectives / outcomes, as well as providing general administrative support
• Supports the planning and execution of a broad and diverse portfolio of activities, coordinating with a variety of internal stakeholders
• Provides necessary research, analysis for planning and decision making
• Provides administrative support necessary to perform responsibilities, including scheduling, document preparation, correspondence, coordination of activities, etc.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with business heads and partners across the organization
• Supports development and tracking of milestones and other performance management tools and processes - provides summary reports on progress for executive review and consideration
• Undertakes and completes a variety of projects and initiatives - often of a highly sensitive nature, and usually with minimal guidance or direction, ensuring discretion and ability to see items through to resolution / completion
• Enhances TD Bank's presence in Washington and creates a national platform on which the company's positions can be articulated
• Represents TD Bank before Congress, the Administration and other related organizations on issues related to the company's business, advocating outcomes sought by the organization
• Builds strategic alliance and partnerships with third party public policy groups
• Exhibits significant political acumen and established bi-partisan contacts with Members of Congress and congressional staff, and executive branch officials : relationships with members and staff of the House Financial Services and Senate Banking Committees
• Establishes and maintains a sophisticated network within the Administration and on Capitol Hill
• Serves as a proactive strategic agent on behalf of TD Bank's interests and helps set the legislative and regulatory agendas
• Advises senior officers on matters relating to federal legislation and public policy issues of interest and concern to TD Bank, interacting with members of Congress, Executive Branch officials and associations involved in such matters
• Cooperates in the development and management of TD Bank's PAC
• Helps establish and maintain a grass‑roots political network and represent TD Bank's interests in ongoing face‑to‑face meetings with policymakers, advising them directly on specific legislative proposals and decisions affecting the company
• Advises TD Bank executives on the impact of public policy issues and matters under consideration

Education & Experience

Physical Requirements

Never : 0%; Occasional : 1‑33%; Frequent : 34‑66%; Continuous : 67‑100%

Equal Opportunity Statement

TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com, including your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.

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