New York Life Insurance Company Hiring for Federal Governmental Affairs Officer at Washington, DC Full Time

We are seeking to hire a proactive, strategic team player for the Office of Governmental Affairs who will engage in policy education and advocacy activities with Congress and federal agencies on behalf of New York Life. The position will cover issues such as retirement and annuities, investments, and climate-related ESG issues. This position will report to the Senior Vice President, Head of Governmental Affairs, Julie Herwig. This role will be based in Washington, D.C.

The successful candidate will be responsible for consulting with New York Life’s business experts and state and federal governmental affairs colleagues, as well as relevant trade associations and coalitions, to develop and implement strategies for achieving legislative and regulatory outcomes that are favorable to the interests of New York Life and its policyholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain contact with members of Congress and staff, as well as individuals within the relevant federal agencies and other related organizations.
• Working closely with NYL executives and the governmental affairs team, help develop and implement NYL’s legislative and regulatory strategy and agenda on assigned issues.
• Proactively provide analysis, updates and memos on developments related to assigned issue areas.
• Advocate before congressional offices and federal agencies, as appropriate, on assigned issue areas.
• Engage with major trade associations, other lobbyists and coalitions on assigned issues.
• Attend PAC events and provide input into the strategy related to New York Life’s PAC budget and candidate disbursements.
• Assist other members of the government affairs team on priority issues.
• Essential Requirements and Experience:
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant government affairs experience.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong writing abilities and comfort with significant writing responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interface with senior NYL executives and public officials.
• Undergraduate degree.