Associate Director, State Government Affairs

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Requirements:

• At least 10+ years of experience in state government affairs, public policy, or politics, with a strong preference for experience in consumer financial services and fintech.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing proactive and reactive state policy engagement programs for consumer financial services and/or fintech companies.
• Strong knowledge of state legislative and regulatory processes, as well as existing relationships with state policymakers, advocates, and trade groups involved in consumer financial services, rental housing, and fintech issues.
• Experience in building and leading cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities:

• Represent Flex in engagements with state legislators, regulators, and other key stakeholders, building and maintaining strong relationships at the state level.
• Monitor and analyze state-level legislation and proposed regulations to assess their potential impact on Flex’s business operations.
• Provide timely updates to leadership on how evolving state policy landscapes may affect Flex.
• Develop and execute state-level engagement strategies for legislation, regulations, and other policy matters.
• Manage relationships with state lobbying firms and collaborate with relevant industry associations and trade groups.
• Strengthen relationships with advocacy organizations and key stakeholders focused on state-level issues that align with Flex’s business priorities.