Senior Manager, Government Affairs and Regulatory Policy

Accountabilities:

Monitor legislative developments, regulatory rulemaking, and market-conduct activities across relevant states, identifying potential risks and opportunities that could affect business operations, products, and growth.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with state insurance regulators, legislators, legislative staff, trade associations, and other influential industry stakeholders.
Design and lead proactive engagement strategies with state insurance departments regarding new products and business lines, determining priority markets, relevant stakeholders, key discussion points, and appropriate follow-up activities.
Represent the organization and its affiliated entities in industry coalitions, trade associations, working groups, and other collaborative policy initiatives.
Contribute to the development of advocacy positions on proposed legislation and regulations, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives and regulatory priorities.
Analyze proposed and enacted laws, regulations, and policy developments, translating complex requirements into clear, actionable guidance for legal, product, underwriting, compliance, and claims teams.
Draft and present regulatory comment letters, policy position papers, written submissions, and legislative testimony to communicate organizational perspectives and influence policy outcomes.
Support product development and regulatory filing activities, including rate and form submissions, by providing context on applicable legislative and regulatory requirements.
Participate in discussions and meetings with regulators to support regulatory filings, address questions, and monitor the status and progress of state-level approvals.
Ensure compliance with applicable lobbying registration requirements and maintain up-to-date knowledge of lobbying, government ethics, and related regulatory obligations.
Coordinate and oversee external lobbyists, consultants, and policy advisers when additional expertise or market-specific support is required.
Identify and communicate emerging regulatory risks, policy changes, and strategic opportunities to senior leadership, clearly explaining their potential business implications.
Attend national industry conferences, professional meetings, and state insurance department engagements to strengthen relationships and represent organizational interests.
Work closely with the Head of Legal and Government Affairs and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure regulatory strategy supports business priorities and long-term growth.
Requirements:
Approximately 5 years of professional experience in government affairs, regulatory affairs, public policy, legislative affairs, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated experience independently managing a legislative or regulatory portfolio, preferably with direct responsibility for issues carrying significant business implications.
Strong understanding of legislative processes, government relations, regulatory agencies, and administrative rulemaking procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare persuasive comment letters, policy papers, and testimony, as well as deliver clear executive-level briefings.
Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with regulators, legislators, government representatives, and industry associations across different political perspectives.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulatory developments and assess their potential operational, commercial, and compliance implications.
Ability and willingness to register as a lobbyist where required and travel for regulatory meetings, industry conferences, and stakeholder engagements.
Experience within the insurance industry is a strong advantage, particularly in regulatory advocacy and engagement with state insurance regulators.
Previous experience working for a state department of insurance or another government agency is preferred.
Familiarity with personal lines property and casualty (P&C) insurance products and their regulatory environments is an advantage.
Experience advising product, underwriting, legal, or compliance teams on regulatory matters and supporting rate, form, or other insurance filings is preferred.
A bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience is required; a law degree or graduate qualification in public policy, government affairs, or a related discipline is an advantage.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, manage competing priorities, and operate effectively in a remote-first environment.
Strong interpersonal skills, professional integrity, adaptability, and the ability to influence stakeholders without direct managerial authority.
Benefits:
Competitive compensation: Annual salary ranging from $109,900 to $157,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and skills.
Equity opportunities: Employee stock options, providing eligible full-time employees with an opportunity to share in the organization's growth.
Remote-first culture: Flexible remote working arrangements, with access to office facilities for employees who prefer working in person.
Home office support: Assistance with setting up your remote workspace, along with a monthly internet stipend.
Flexible paid time off: A flexible vacation policy that encourages employees to take time away from work and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Additional vacation allowance: A $1,000 vacation benefit after completing the first year of employment.
Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage to support employees' health and well-being.
Retirement planning: Access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution matching.
Pay equity and transparency: A compensation philosophy focused on fairness, market competitiveness, and recognition of individual experience and performance.
Professional impact: Opportunity to influence insurance policy, contribute to strategic government affairs initiatives, and help shape the regulatory landscape.
Leadership exposure: Direct collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, with significant autonomy and ownership of government affairs strategy.
Collaborative culture: A remote-first working environment that values teamwork, transparency, innovation, and meaningful professional relationships.