Director, Legislative Policy

. Assist in developing and implementing strategic plans to achieve legislative and regulatory results aligned with the firm's business strategy .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $314,500 - $597,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legislative and regulatory strategy, with a strong understanding of US congressional processes and the ability to influence senior policymakers. Proven track record in relationship management and public policy representation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Political Science Degree10+ Years Political/Government ExperienceUnderstanding of US Congressional ProcessesStrong Verbal and Writing SkillsExperience Advising Senior-Level Policymakers

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Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingRelationship Development

Certifications & Qualifications

Law Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Public PolicyRegulatory IssuesLegislative DevelopmentsGovernment AffairsPolitical Action CommitteeCongressional StakeholdersExecutive AgenciesThink TanksTrade AssociationsAccounting Profession Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in developing and implementing strategic plans to achieve legislative and regulatory results aligned with the firm's business strategy
Work with the Office of Public Policy and representatives across the firm
Work with the AICPA and other major public company auditing firms on issues important to the profession
Monitor regulatory and legislative developments and communicate issues across the firm
Identify and manage regulatory and legislative issues concerning the firm and profession
Represent EY on public policy issues before Congress, presidential administrations and regulatory agencies
Lobby members and staff in both the US House of Representatives and US Senate
Manage day-to-day firm relationships with members and staff on Capitol Hill
Represent the EY Political Action Committee and provide political and fundraising support
Contribute to firm policy formation with congressional stakeholders
Participate in evening, weekend and early morning stakeholder relationship-building activities driven by congressional schedules

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Political Science and/or related degree
Approximately 10+ years of political/government experience
Thorough understanding of US congressional and administration policymaking processes
Understanding of executive agencies, the White House, the Senate and the House, think tanks and trade associations
Ability to understand congressional, regulatory and technical points of view
Strong verbal and writing skills
Experience advising/influencing senior-level policymakers/executives
Strategic thinking skills and experience addressing complex challenges
Understanding of policies affecting the accounting profession and EY service lines
Law degree and/or equivalent work experience preferred
Preferred experience combining government affairs, a government agency, or work with a member of Congress or committee
Ability to develop key relationships and represent the firm on Capitol Hill and within the administration

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental coverage
Pension plan
401(k) plan
Flexible vacation policy
EY Paid Holidays
Winter/Summer breaks
Personal/Family Care leave
Other leaves of absence
Professional growth
Inclusive culture
Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities