Head of Government Affairs and Policy

### Job Description

#### Summary

The Institute for Portfolio Alternatives (IPA) is seeking to hire a Head of Government Affairs and Policy to lead its government, legislative, and regulatory activities. We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-starter who will advance the mission and objectives of the IPA and our membership.

The Institute for Portfolio Alternatives (IPA) is the leading national trade organization representing the interests of asset managers, broker-dealers, registered investment advisers, and other entities that offer and support alternative investments. For almost 40 years, the IPA has advocated, through education and public awareness, for increased investor access to alternative investment strategies with low correlation to the equity markets, as part of a diversified portfolio. Such strategies include real estate, public and private credit, and other real assets through investments in real estate investment trusts (REITs), business development companies (BDCs), closed-end funds, interval funds, and other vehicles. With over $300 billion in capital investments, these portfolio-diversifying investments remain a critical component of an effectively balanced investment portfolio and serve an essential capital formation function for national, state, and local economies. Further information about the IPA is available at [www.ipa.com].

The association is based in Washington, D.C. but our staff works remotely. Candidates within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area are strongly preferred. This role requires up to 15% travel.

#### Reporting Relationships

Reports to the President & CEO

#### Major Responsibilities

– Develop and execute legislative, regulatory, and legal strategies and campaigns to advance the government affairs and public policy initiatives of the IPA and its membership.
– Collaborate with membership and committees to formulate association positions, build consensus, and determine appropriate strategies.
– Build and maintain relationships with elected officials at all levels of government, including the Administration, federal and state financial regulators, and key legislators.
– Oversee and develop strategic partnerships with various stakeholders, including other industry trade organizations and external government affairs and legal consultants.
– Provide strategic advice to IPA leadership and summaries of new legislation and regulations that could impact our industry.
– Represent the IPA at meetings with key stakeholders, effectively communicating our key policy priorities.
– Monitor and stay up to date on federal government priorities, with a particular emphasis on capital markets, tax, and retirement issues, as well as state and local issues.
– Draft and execute written materials, including briefing documents, position summaries, comment letters, and other collateral.
– Manage and oversee the IPA Political Action Committee (PAC), including member outreach, and planning and execution of PAC fundraising events.
– Support association-wide initiatives, including conferences, meetings, and stakeholder events, especially on policy and political topics.
– Perform other duties as assigned.

#### Experience Required

– 10+ years of professional experience, including working in or with governmental bodies or agencies on legislation, regulation, and/or policy.
– JD or MBA strongly preferred.
– Detailed understanding of and relationships with the U.S. government and other policymakers, particularly in the financial services industry and ideally in the alternative investments industry.
– Experience working in an association environment a plus.

#### General Requirements

– Ability to manage multiple, complex issues and strong business acumen.
– High-energy, self-motivated, positive attitude.
– Ability to think strategically.
– Ability to balance multiple tasks with competing priorities.
– Superior interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
– Excellent time management skills.
– Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Email [email protected] for more information on how to apply.