Senior Director, State and Local Government Relations, Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo

Location:
United States, Seattle ▼
Portland
Billings
Boise
Cheyenne

Category:
Public Relations

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

159000.00 - 305000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Senior Director responsible for advancing company's public policy objectives through direct engagement with state and local legislative bodies, elected officials, and key stakeholders across Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming.

Job Responsibility:

Drive state and local advocacy efforts across a six-state Northwest region
Develop and execute regional strategies aligned with legislative and regulatory priorities
Monitor, interpret, and assess the impact of public policy developments at state and local levels
Provide counsel to senior leadership on emerging policy issues
Establish and maintain relationships with policymakers, trade associations, and external partners
Lead lobbying efforts and provide guidance on political engagement and PAC strategy
Design and implement public affairs campaigns to support business objectives
Collaborate with external organizations to align advocacy efforts

Requirements:

7+ years of Government Relations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, education
Experience working with elected officials on public policy issues in the Northwest Region
Experience developing and implementing advocacy strategies that achieve public policy goals
Experience representing the financial services industry in a lobbying capacity
Experience identifying, tracking, and reporting on legislative and regulatory issues
Experience presenting information that persuades, and enhances understanding at all levels
Experience counseling senior leaders on public policy matters
Experience managing relationships with trade associations and external stakeholders

Nice to have:

Experience working with elected officials on public policy issues in the Northwest Region
Experience representing the financial services industry in a lobbying capacity

What we offer:

Health benefits
401(k) Plan
Paid time off
Disability benefits
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
Parental leave
Critical caregiving leave
Discounts and savings
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarships for dependent children
Adoption reimbursement

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 10, 2025

Expiration:
October 03, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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