Government Affairs Manager, Financial Services Policy

The Investment Company Institute (ICI) is the leading association representing regulated investment funds, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), closed-end funds, and unit investment trusts (UITs) in the United States, and UCITS and similar funds offered to investors in Europe, Asia, and other jurisdictions. ICI also represents its members on issues involving the capital markets, separately managed accounts (SMAs) and collective investment trusts (CITs). ICI’s mission is to strengthen the foundation of the asset management industry for the ultimate benefit of the long-term individual investor. 

ICI is seeking a Government Affairs Manager, Financial Services Policy to help advance policy goals for ICI and its member companies. The Manager of Government Affairs will assist the federal advocacy work of the Investment Company Institute (ICI) government affairs team on behalf of its members in Washington D.C. with an emphasis on financial services issues affecting the Institute and its members. The position requires strong interpersonal skills and will require the candidate to build and maintain relationships with Republican members of Congress and their staff.

Essential functions of this role include: 

• Monitors public policy developments and advises the government affairs team on all matters relating to financial services issues, as well as federal legislation and public policy issues of concern to the Institute and its membership.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of effective advocacy strategies for key ICI priorities.
• Represents ICI and its member companies before Congress as appropriate.
• Attends and summarizes important Congressional hearings on behalf of the ICI government affairs team.
• In consultation with the government affairs team, prepares communications to share with members of ICI.
• Establishes and maintains a political network within the Administration and on Capitol Hill with an emphasis on the Senate Banking Committee and House Financial Services Committee.
• Maintains excellent communications and working relationships with DC-based representatives of ICI member companies and works collaboratively to advance ICI’s legislative agenda and secure its objectives. 
• Builds and maintains informal relationships with staff of other organizations and with lobbyists sharing legislative interests in common with the Institute and, where appropriate, coordinates joint efforts.
• Participates in and assists with the planning and coordination of ICI conferences, committee meetings, and other members’ meetings as appropriate. 
• Assists in organizing political events such as fundraisers, and otherwise helps assure the effectiveness of the Institute’s political programs including ICI PAC.
• Attends PAC events on behalf of ICI.
• Develops and maintains close and highly effective working relationships with staff in other ICI departments, through teamwork and regular collaboration. 

If you have the following credentials, we encourage you to apply:

• Undergraduate degree in a related field strongly preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience as a Congressional staffer, in a position within the Executive branch, in an advocacy-focused organization, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, along with attention to detail.
• Some exposure to public policy issues impacting the asset management industry and/or financial services industry broadly is a plus.
• Thorough understanding of the legislative process, including an understanding of the roles and decision-making processes of the Executive Agencies, Senate, and House of Representatives.
• Experience working with Members of Congress and their staffs, specifically on financial services issues.
• Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively and effectively with a team of lobbying, legal, research and public communications professionals.
• Ability to persuasively communicate complex concepts and programs at the highest level of government and business.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Advanced people skills, including ability to work in and be a part of an action-oriented work environment, a keen sense of protocol, and the ability to work comfortably and effectively with government officials.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of assigned responsibilities.

ICI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to include a comprehensive medical plan, generous 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid leave, commuting subsidies, and tuition reimbursement as well as training and development opportunities. Based in Washington, DC, ICI is conveniently located next to McPherson Square Metro station. This is a hybrid position with three days in the office and two working from home.

ICI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.