Consultant, Political Programs

If you're passionate about being part of a diverse organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to deliver innovative business solutions with excellence, then Nationwide's Legal team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

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This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring 2–3 days per week onsite in either our Columbus, OH or Washington, DC office.

Our Government Relations team are trusted experts who work with public officials and their staff to create a political and regulatory environment that protects our members and our company. We provide industry expertise that helps government leaders anticipate and solve our customers’ needs. We value the key role that all Nationwide associates play in election and policy efforts and work hard to keep them informed and engaged in the process.

If you can navigate the complexities of the political environment, have the savvy and skills to educate, influence and persuade, we want to know more about you! As a consultant, you'll lead Nationwide’s federal, state and local Political Action Committee (PAC) and Nationwide’s grassroots and political strategies and manage the Civic Action Program (CAP). This includes helping to develop campaign materials used to solicit contributions from our associates, researching candidates to make sure they align with PAC giving criteria and Nationwide’s culture and values and maintaining PAC compliance with required state and federal filings.

We'll count on you to represent PAC and CAP at internal and external meetings and events.

• Collaborates with Director, Political Programs, Senior Vice President, Government Relations, and business leaders to develop political fundraising strategy and implements fundraising programs to increase PAC revenues.
• Creates and implements education and communication materials related to PAC (e.g., campaign strategy and video, presentations, documents, solicitation materials and website copy).
• Coordinates and handles logistics for exclusive PAC events across the country – both virtual and in person.
• Helps train and organize PAC Ambassadors across the company and presents at meetings and travels to regional office locations to educate associates on importance and value of PAC.
• Manages and builds PAC member participation and member retention.
• Develops and implements new fundraising tactics, such as member benefit events, new giving levels and incentives and member appreciation campaigns.
• Collaborates closely with broader government relations events to support the education of Nationwide associates on the value of political engagement while building and maintaining a positive brand for PAC.
• Administers PAC, ensuring compliance with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and all state registration and campaign finance reporting requirements. Reviews filings with the FEC and state campaign offices. Maintains solid understanding of campaign finance law, IRS regulations and SEC pay‑to‑play regulations to ensure Nationwide’s compliance.
• Collaborates on broad External Affairs events and initiatives to educate Nationwide associates on the value of political engagement.
• Coordinates get‑out‑the‑vote efforts and strategies and assists with voter education efforts in all Nationwide locations.
• Crafts and distributes calls to action to Nationwide associates on federal and state legislative issues. Works with Nationwide key contacts to lobby elected officials.
• Develops and leads grassroots tactics to influence legislative and regulatory issues facing Congress, state legislatures and state and local ballot initiatives.

May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Reporting Relationships
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Reports to Director, Political Programs.

Education
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Undergraduate studies in political science, public relations, communications or other business related field preferred.

Experience
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Typically, seven or more years of demonstrated ability in…