Government & Policy Affairs Director

Pacific Life

. Manage Pacific Life’s political contributions program .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $152,010 - $185,790 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing political action committees (PACs), ensuring compliance with campaign contribution laws, and developing strategic contributions to federal candidates. Strong capabilities in marketing, communications, and event planning to grow PAC membership and advocate for public policy issues.

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PAC ManagementPolitical ComplianceFederal Election Commission (FEC) RegulationsEvent PlanningMembership Development

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Hard Skills

Political Contributions Program ManagementContribution ReportingData-Driven AnalysisFinancial ReportingStrategic Planning

Soft Skills

Strong Writing SkillsPublic SpeakingTeamworkInterpersonal SkillsProblem Solving

Industry Keywords

Campaign Contribution LawsPolitical ProgrammingAdvocacyPublic PolicyTrade Associations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage Pacific Life’s political contributions program
Perform marketing, communications, event planning, compliance, membership development, and political programming for the Pacific Life PAC
Grow PAC membership and contributions and develop an active PAC community
Perform political compliance and contribution reporting
Develop federal candidate contribution strategies with the Government & Policy Affairs team
Manage state political contribution strategy and compliance in key states
Ensure compliance with campaign contribution laws and regulations
Maintain procedures for reporting and disclosure requirements
Report PAC operations and performance to the PAC Board and senior leadership using data-driven analysis and benchmarking
Serve as corporate secretary for the PAC Board
Prepare PAC Board briefing materials, analysis, and financial reports
Support advocacy and represent Pacific Life before lawmakers, regulators, and state and federal trade associations
Educate public officials and their staffs on public policy affecting Pacific Life and its customers
Advocate on tax, retirement security, financial services, and workforce benefits issues
Travel approximately 15% to Newport Beach, Omaha, and Charlotte offices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 8 years relevant experience
Experience managing a PAC for a large company or trade association
Experience overseeing PAC compliance, fundraising, event planning, and communications
Familiarity with Federal Election Commission (FEC) regulations and procedures pertaining to PACs
Strong writing, public speaking, and communications skills
Strong marketing, event planning, and membership development skills
Ability to introduce new ideas and solve problems
Ability to develop and execute plans, managing strategy and tactics through project completion
Strong teamwork, relationship, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with teams and coalitions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Wellbeing Reimbursement Account for employees and eligible dependents
Paid Time Off
Holiday schedules
Financial Planning Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance Program
Competitive 401(k) savings plan with company match
Additional 401(k) contribution regardless of participation
Flexible benefits tailored to employee needs