Global Head of Government Affairs

POSITION SUMMARY

The Global Head of Government Affairs will lead and execute SFA’s government relations strategy, with primary responsibility for U.S. federal legislative engagement and oversight of the Association’s broader international advocacy coordination. As the face of SFA in interactions with legislators and regulators worldwide, this individual will champion SFA’s policy positions and help influence key decisions affecting the structured finance market.

This role reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and serves as the senior leader responsible for executing SFA’s legislative and political advocacy efforts. In this capacity, the Global Head of Government Affairs will work closely with the COO and CEO to shape SFA’s advocacy priorities and ensure the organization’s policy positions are effectively advanced in legislative and political forums.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic and experienced government relations professional with a strong background in Washington, D.C. and familiarity with financial markets. Experience working with trade associations and knowledge of fixed income products are valuable assets. In this role, you will build and maintain strategic relationships with policymakers, identify key opportunities for engagement, and support the CEO and COO in shaping and expanding SFA’s international advocacy framework.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• • • Serve as a senior advisor to the CEO and COO on legislative strategy, political dynamics, and the securitization industry’s regulatory needs across global markets.
    • Advise senior leadership and SFA membership on policy issues, legislative developments, and political trends relevant to the structured finance industry and develop strategies to mitigate risk or leverage opportunities.
    • Engage directly with SFA member firms and leadership committees to develop advocacy priorities and ensure alignment with industry needs.
    • Partner closely with the Policy and Regulatory Affairs team to align legislative advocacy with regulatory priorities and broader industry policy objectives.
    • Effectively communicate and negotiate with policymakers to drive legislative outcomes and support regulatory engagement aligned with SFA’s policy priorities.
    • Develop, maintain, and grow strategic relationships with Members of Congress, congressional committees, and senior staff; serve as the primary liaison with legislators and federal policymakers.
    • Collaborate with industry peers and trade associations on industrywide responses to shared policy priorities.
    • Lead coalition engagement across financial services trade associations, market participants, and stakeholder groups to advance shared policy priorities.
    • Provide strategic oversight of SFA’s political engagement efforts, including coordination with SF PAC activities and member engagement around political advocacy.
    • Lead and develop SFA’s government relations team, including Directors and advocacy staff, while fostering a collaborative, high-performing advocacy function aligned with the Association’s broader mission.
    • Oversee and coordinate SFA’s external advocacy partners and consultants, ensuring alignment with the Association’s legislative priorities and strategic objectives.
    • Establish best practices for advocacy engagement across different regions, ensuring cultural and political nuances are appropriately considered.

Occasional out-of-town travel will be required. The list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and there may be other activities you are required to deliver depending on business needs.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• • • Significant experience in public policy, regulatory affairs, and financial services, with a deep understanding of the relevant regulatory and policy landscape.
    • Demonstrated skill in proactively building relationships with policymakers, regulators, lobbyists, and key decision makers.
    • Proven track record in strategic policy development and advocacy.
    • Analytical and critical thinking skills to assess regulatory risks and opportunities.
    • Experience preparing and delivering effective summaries on complex issues.
    • Ability to navigate complex political environments.
    • Excellent and persuasive communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at senior levels.
    • Team player with strong leadership capabilities who works well in cross-functional settings.
    • Ability to execute in a high-demand environment while balancing multiple priorities.

DESIRED

• • • Familiarity with trade associations.
    • Previous industry experience with fixed income products.

A reasonable estimate of the total compensation range for this role is $400,000-$550,000. This range represents the company’s good-faith estimate of the range of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, geographic location, training, licensure and certification, and other factors. SFA also offers a competitive benefit package including a discretionary corporate bonus program, multiple health plans, STD and LTD options, company-sponsored life insurance, paid parental leave, paid time off, and 401K matching.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

The Structured Finance Association (SFA) is a large and still growing member-based trade association advocacy group focused on improving and strengthening the broader structured finance market’s ability to provide capital to American households and businesses. SFA provides an inclusive network for securitization professionals to collaborate and, as industry leaders, drive necessary changes, advocate for the lending and capital markets and structured finance community, share best practices and innovative ideas, and educate industry members through conferences and other programs. SFA represents more than 370 institutional members from all sectors of the securitization market including lenders, issuers, investors, financial intermediaries, law firms, accounting firms, technology firms, rating agencies, servicers, and trustees.

Further information can be found at https://structuredfinance.org/.

WHAT SFA OFFERS

Our benefits package reflects our commitment to an inclusive workplace where you have access to the tools and support you need to do your best work. In addition to a competitive salary and annual discretionary bonus, we are proud to offer the following:

• • • Unlimited vacation/personal days
    • Hybrid-Friendly
    • Paid time off for observed holidays
    • 401(k) plan with employer match
    • Paid family and medical leave benefits
    • Comprehensive medical and dental plans
    • Flexible spending accounts
    • Vision benefits
    • Life and Disability plans

Inclusive Workplace

We are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel they can bring their authentic selves to work and are empowered to participate and contribute to SFA’s vision and goals. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All aspects of employment are based on qualifications, merit, performance, and business needs.

If you have any accessibility requirements that would make you more comfortable during the application and interview process, please let us know so that we can support you.

HOW TO APPLY

Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. The subject line should read “Global Head of Government Affairs.” Due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will contact only those candidates who most closely match our requirements. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Recruiters – please do not contact.