Assistant Director of Government Relations Virtual, DC, USA

03/07/2025

Address:

VIRTUAL70 - HomeRes - DC

Job Family Group:

Corporate Affairs

This role will be based at BMO’s offices in Washington, D.C.

Supports BMOs overall government affairs efforts through strategic engagement with elected officials, their staff and other key government stakeholders so that BMO has a voice in public policy. Applies experience, knowledge and existing relationships to developing policy positions and direct advocacy on behalf of the bank. Manages a wide range of issue areas, drawing on expertise within BMO business lines to identify opportunities and potential risks within emerging or existing government policies and legislation.

• Support BMO’s overall advocacy strategy through direct engagement with federal officials in the legislative and executive branches.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Elevates BMOs presence in among federal government stakeholders.
• Interacts with key industry associations as both a source of research and policy expertise and to advocate on behalf of BMOs positions to influence industry peers.
• Manages resources and leads the execution of strategic initiatives to deliver on business and financial goals.
• Maintains relationships with BMO leaders, identifies opportunities for leaders to engage with government stakeholders where appropriate.
• Assists in developing and supports the strategic goals of the overall U.S. Government Relations operation, ensuring the alignment of messaging and advocacy efforts.
• Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.
• Foster C-suite level relationships and support engagement with federal officials.
• May represent BMO’s position and business interests to specific stakeholder industry/market/government organizations.
• Manage internal working groups of subject matter experts and legal representation focused on key issue areas as needed.
• Collaborates across BMO to develop communications strategies and ensure consistency of messaging, in order to positively influence or change behavior.
• Manages PAC distributions in their portfolio, including development of an annual budget and justification of projected contributions.
• Supports U.S. Government Relations PAC recruitment efforts across the bank.
• Conducts independent research and analysis on existing and emerging government policies.
• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide governmental relations insights and recommendations.
• Executes work to deliver timely, accurate, and efficient service.
• Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.
• Implements changes in response to shifting trends.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Typically 7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Undergraduate Degree in Political Science, Business, or Public Affairs is preferred.
• Experience in a Capitol Hill or federal executive branch role and / or working with such officials.
• Understanding of the financial services industry preferred.
• Deep networks and relationships, with experience representing organizational interested in front of legislative and executive policymakers.
• In-depth knowledge of government / legislative decision-making processes, behaviors and cultures is required.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Influence skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - In-depth / Expert.
• Able to manage ambiguity.
• Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert.

Base pay salary range for this role located in Washington DC is $142,750.00 - $275,000.00 USD

Salary:

$100,000.00 - $185,500.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact.  We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers.  We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at http://jobs.bmo.com/us/en

BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to BMOCareers.Support@bmo.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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