Vice President, Business Advocacy

In this dynamic and influential role, you will be at the forefront of policy advocacy, leveraging your expertise to navigate the complex intersection of global regulation and business strategy.

As a Vice President of Business Advocacy, you will serve as a high-impact strategic partner, bridging the gap between global policy and commercial success by transforming complex regulatory risks into competitive opportunities that drive the firm’s growth and operational priorities.

• Act as a primary business liaison to the Global Government Relations team, translating policy developments into actionable business strategies and commercial opportunities.
• Collaborate with GR and business leaders to identify and prioritize advocacy initiatives that support the firm’s commercial goals and market positioning.
• Analyze the business impact of legislative and regulatory changes, providing clear recommendations to senior management and business units.
• Support the design and execution of advocacy campaigns and projects that advance the firm’s business interests, ensuring alignment with policy priorities.
• Develop and present business cases, resource plans, and performance metrics for advocacy initiatives, supporting effective decision-making and resource allocation.
• Monitor and report on the progress of advocacy projects, ensuring timely execution and measurable outcomes.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and memos for senior management, focusing on the commercial implications of policy issues.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across Lines of Business, Corporate functions, and strategy teams, as well as with GR, Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management partners.
• Proactively identify and help mitigate business risks arising from political or reputational developments.

• 6 years of experience in business strategy, management consulting, or commercial roles within the private sector.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence and interact with colleagues at all levels.
• Knowledge of, or passion for, consumer payments products.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives concurrently.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of how policy impacts business operations and growth.
• Self-starter who works independently and drives deliverables.
• Proven ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Results-oriented, intellectually curious, with keen attention to detail and a bias towards action.
• Ability to interview subject matter experts, synthesize large amounts of information, and communicate research to senior leadership in multiple formats.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, One Drive).

• Experience working with or alongside Government Relations, Legal, or Compliance teams.
• Familiarity with financial services and a range of policy issues.
• Exposure to government, policy, or non-profit organizations.