Director – Federal Affairs

Lobbyist – Federal Affairs

The National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) has a new opportunity for a lobbyist in our Federal Affairs department. This position will represent NAMIC before Congress and federal agencies on issues impacting property/casualty insurance companies, with a special emphasis on the Democratic Caucus.

Essential Functions

• Manages issues portfolio by developing issue briefs, talking points, and legislative strategies on all assigned issues.
• Maintains regular communications with other DC insurance representatives and members of the financial services community.
• Works closely with NAMIC standing committees and task forces.
• Assists the legislative team in advancing all priority issues with lawmakers.
• Lobbies members of Congress and their staff on legislation on behalf of NAMIC and its member companies; builds and maintains strong relationships with key members of the House and Senate and their staff.
• Escorts member company representatives participating in the Congressional Contact Program, NAMIC’s grassroots fly-in.
• Represents NAMIC at fundraising events.
• Represents NAMIC with appropriate government agencies.
• Identifies opportunities to report advocacy news to members through written, electronic, and oral presentations.
• Writes and develops regular NAMIC member and Capitol Hill communications, including issue briefs, fact sheets, member and grassroots alerts.
• Arrives to work on time and maintains a positive attendance record.
• Builds and maintains positive work relationships with management, staff members, and external contacts.
• Performs any other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant work experience on Capitol Hill or the equivalent in the private sector.
• Familiarity with major Congressional committees of jurisdiction preferred.
• Understanding of property/casualty insurance issues is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Ability to travel periodically as required.

About NAMIC

NAMIC is proud to have been selected as one of the Best Places to Work! We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package with this full-time position. Benefits include access to group medical, dental, and vision coverage; a matched 401(k) plan; one paid day each year to volunteer with the charity of your choice; generous paid vacation; and more. We have a friendly yet professional work atmosphere where everyone enjoys working hard for the good of our members.

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume, including salary expectations, to Gabriel Love.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NAMIC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected status.