GEICO’s Government and Regulatory Affairs team is seeking a highly strategic and experienced Director of Government and Regulatory Affairs to join our team. The individual will be responsible for managing a team of experienced professionals in addition to ensuring GEICO has strong relationships with policymakers, industry, and other important players.

Primary Responsibilities:

Manage, mentor, and develop associates on the government and regulatory affairs team responsible for state legislative and regulatory advocacy.
Develop strategies to advance GEICO’s advocacy interests, including political giving, coalition building and messaging.
Leverage experience and relationships with state policymakers and regulators to effectively advocate on behalf of GEICO.
Build network of key policymakers, including state legislators, executive agencies’ staff, industry, NAIC, NCOIL, trade associations, and other respected voices to amplify GEICO’s advocacy efforts.
Analyze proposed legislation, regulations, and public policy initiatives to assess potential impact and develop strategic recommendations for advocacy positions and messaging.
Work closely with internal subject matter experts to ensure alignment of advocacy priorities, strategies, and messaging regarding legislative and regulatory issues.
Track performance and provide executive-level reporting and analysis to Head of Government and Regulatory Affairs.
Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, and updates for key stakeholders including C-suite leadership.

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum 10 years property/casualty insurance industry government affairs experience required with demonstrated management experience.
Minimum 3 years of experience managing insurance professionals on insurance regulatory engagements.
Knowledge of auto insurance laws and regulations strongly preferred.
Strong track record of dealing with insurance departments and state legislatures.
Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including ability to persuasively articulate the organization’s positions to decision makers and to offer advice on complex issues to business professionals at every level of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders to deal with complex issues.
Client-service orientation and enthusiasm for working in a team-oriented, dynamic environment.
Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to work independently and lead by example.
Strategic judgment to assess risks and make informed decisions.

Hybrid in office three days a week at an office location

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Annual Salary

$175,000.00 - $274,000.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
401(k) Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.