Director of Government Affairs
Core
Shape and advance Kikoff's public policy agenda at federal and state levels to support a legal framework for earned wage access (EWA) and consumer credit-building products.
Role type
Director of Government Affairs
Builds
Public policy strategy and legislative/regulatory relationships for a fintech company
Domain
Fintech, Consumer Financial Services, Payments
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Government affairs strategy, stakeholder relationship management, legislative analysis, outside lobbyist management, public relations positioning, regulatory compliance oversight
Preferred skills
Fintech or consumer financial services experience, trade association experience, existing relationships with state regulators or CFPB
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Develop and execute government affairs strategy; represent the company before legislators and regulators; serve as representative to trade associations; build relationships with consumer advocacy groups; monitor and report on legislative developments; hire and manage outside lobbyists; advise leadership on policy messaging; partner with Legal, Compliance, and Product teams; oversee lobbying registration and reporting; represent the company at hearings and events.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on execution
