Public Policy Manager

Burford Capital is the leading global finance and asset management firm focused on law. Its businesses include litigation finance and risk management, asset recovery, and a wide range of legal finance and advisory activities. Burford is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BUR) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: BUR), and it works with companies and law firms around the world from its principal offices in New York, London, Chicago, Washington, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Dubai.

The firm has created a Public Policy Manager position to assist in monitoring, analyzing, and making recommendations regarding top industry policy priorities in the US. Given that Burford’s business is located at the unique intersection of finance and law, this is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking valuable experience in both fields.

Summary

The Public Policy Manager will be a valued contributor to the Global Public Policy team and reports to the Director of Global Public Policy in Washington, DC. This is a unique position that sits at the intersection of law and finance and correspondingly requires a unique blend of skills.

The ideal candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to foster effective relationships and network with others, and familiarity with legislative and regulatory processes, concepts, and practices. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious candidate seeking a fast-paced work environment and the opportunity to gain valuable experience.

Company Overview

Burford Capital is the largest and most experienced provider of commercial finance to the legal sector in the world, with core expertise in identifying and optimizing the value of legal assets for companies and law firms. Since its founding in 2009, Burford has worked with hundreds of law firms and corporations, including 94 of the AmLaw 100 and 92 of the Global 100 largest law firms. Our team has grown from five people at the end of 2009 to over 150 people today, including over 45 lawyers.

Burford possesses the resources and expertise of a large company while retaining the flexibility and creativity of a startup. Team members are smart, creative, collaborative, curious, and confident. Everyone rolls up their sleeves to perform and engage collectively for the overall success of the business. Burford values rigorous thinking, clear communication, and efficient execution. Burford is an “always on” environment in which everyone needs to be accessible by email when outside the office, including during evenings and weekends.

Burford pays base salaries consistent with the financial services industry and favors incentive compensation to reward performance. The company provides competitive health care benefits and a 401(k) matching program. Burford Capital is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or whether or not they have a disability.

Position Requirements

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Director of Global Public Policy to identify, track, and influence developments regarding industry policy priorities in the US and effectively communicate relevant information and policy guidance to internal stakeholders.

Develop and maintain key relationships in US state legislative, regulatory, and rulemaking bodies.

Monitor, attend, and report on US state legislative and regulatory hearings, briefings, and other relevant events in key regions.

Track, analyze, and provide updates on US state legislation, regulations, and rulemaking efforts relevant to the industry.

Draft reports, position papers, and other relevant content in support of policy goals, including developing and executing special research project initiatives.

Assist in management of industry trade association-related matters and work with peer institutions and other industry partners.

Skills Desired

Qualifications & Experience

Candidates should have an outstanding academic record; a background in law, international business, and/or finance is a plus.

A bachelor’s degree is required; a JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school or other advanced degree in policy, political science, or other relevant field is preferred but not required.

A minimum of 5 years of relevant post-graduate work experience in the public policy field that demonstrates a keen understanding of US state legislative and regulatory processes, concepts, and practices.

Core Competencies & Skills

Candidates must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Candidates must be capable of actively managing and prioritizing several projects concurrently and taking initiative.

Candidates must exhibit professional demeanor and the ability to work collegially.

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