Government Regulatory Director

Overview

Job Description This position can be based in Jersey City, New Jersey or remote in the D.C. area.

• Partner with senior executives to define, implement, and communicate strategic direction and initiatives; streamlining processes to create efficiencies.
• Identify emerging federal, state, and international regulatory/legislative issues and matters in their preliminary stages.
• Communicate with management and executive-level regarding legislative and regulatory environment and industry issues.
• Develop deep knowledge of Verisk enterprise and products to ensure successful execution of job responsibilities.
• Analyze proposed legislative and regulatory actions, determine potential impact on Verisk products, and develop appropriate responses.
• Collaborate with Verisk staff and management to identify needs, initiate, develop, and execute strategic plans to achieve compliance with legislative and regulatory changes in support of corporate goals to maintain compliant products and services.
• Build successful partnerships and implement initiatives that promote business/operational objectives with internal and external stakeholders.
• Engage with divisions to develop coordinated solutions to legislative and regulatory issues affecting Verisk products and services.
• Manage preparation of internal material and resource documents to address technical issues relating to legislation and regulation.
• Develop, maintain, and nurture relationships with regulatory agencies, congressional committee members and staff, trade associations and other industry interested parties.
• Spearhead external engagement meetings with regulatory agencies, congressional committee members, and staff at the federal and state level.
• Represent Verisk at various industry and regulatory forums.
• Manage trade associations and consultants.
• Contribute to the development of Verisk's policy positions.
• Complete all special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree required and candidates with advanced degrees preferred.
• 10-15 years’ experience in a public policy, government affairs, legislative and/or regulatory role.
• Must have strong understanding of the regulatory environment, legislative affairs and advocacy environment.
• Deep knowledge and network in the data analytics industry a plus.
• Innovative problem solving and organizational acumen necessary.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with internal staff and external stakeholders necessary.
• Candidate should be a proactive self-starter that thrives in a fast-paced building environment.
• Computer literacy skills required.
• Knowledge of Verisk operations is a plus

For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster.

At Verisk, you ll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that s as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed.

For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® for outstanding workplace culture in the US, fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and second consecutive year in Poland. We value learning, caring and results and make inclusivity and diversity a top priority. In addition to our Great Place to Work® Certification, we’ve been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and Best Employer for Women, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.

We’re 7,000 people strong. We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations.

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