Director of Policy and Regulatory Affairs

XYPN

. Monitor regulatory developments across all 50 states and the SEC .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $120,000 - $162,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public policy and regulatory affairs, with a strong understanding of the securities regulatory framework and the ability to influence policy outcomes through advocacy and coalition-building. Proficient in drafting policy documents and developing educational programming for stakeholders.

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Public Policy ExperienceRegulatory Affairs ExpertiseSecurities Regulation KnowledgeRelationship Management SkillsAdvocacy and Coalition-Building

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Hard Skills

Regulatory AnalysisPolicy DraftingWhite Paper DevelopmentLegislative Hearing PreparationComplex Legislation Summarization

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationStrategic ThinkingOperational Management

Tools & Technologies

GovHawkQuorumLexis State Net

Certifications & Qualifications

JD or Legal Background

Industry Keywords

Securities RegulationFinancial Services AdvocacyInvestment AdvisersState Securities RegulatorsNASAA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor regulatory developments across all 50 states and the SEC
Track new compliance issues, rule proposals, and comment periods
Develop and maintain XYPN’s advocacy and policy roadmap
Partner with the Managing Director and Executive Team on advocacy priorities and engagement recommendations
Develop understanding of member firms, industry trends, and emerging regulatory issues
Gather member feedback, case studies, and practical examples for advocacy positions
Coordinate member communications about advocacy initiatives, regulatory updates, and policy resources
Prepare members for legislative or regulatory hearings and meetings with regulators and legislators
Develop and deliver educational sessions for legislators, regulators, members, and industry groups
Build relationships with regulators, industry stakeholders, advocacy partners, and member firms
Coordinate strategic partnerships with industry associations
Draft policy positions, comment letters, white papers, policy briefs, issue summaries, case studies, and testimony
Lead advocacy activity with individual states, the SEC, and NASAA
Represent XYPN in meetings with regulators and other stakeholders
Attend conferences, regulatory events, hearings, symposia, and working groups
Report on policy issues tracked, comment letters submitted, regulator meetings, and evidenced policy impact
Travel up to 20%

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of relevant experience in public policy, regulatory affairs, government relations, securities regulation, or financial services advocacy
Experience tracking, analyzing, and responding to state and/or federal regulatory developments
Ability to independently analyze and summarize complex securities legislation and regulatory proposals
Excellent written communication skills
Experience drafting white papers, policy briefs, and comment letters
Familiarity with administrative rulemaking processes, public comment procedures, regulatory hearings, and policy engagement strategies
Strong understanding of the securities and financial services regulatory framework governing investment advisers
Strong relationship management skills across regulators, members, and industry partners
Ability to operate strategically and operationally
Track record of managing high-stakes policy issues and building relationships with state and federal financial regulators
Legally authorized to live and work in the United States without present or future sponsorship
Proficiency with regulatory tracking tools such as GovHawk, Quorum, or Lexis State Net is advantageous
Experience with RIAs, state securities regulators, NASAA, or the SEC is advantageous
JD or legal background is advantageous
Experience representing an organization during rule-making proceedings, hearings, or formal regulatory engagement is advantageous
Ability to influence policy outcomes through advocacy, coalition-building, or regulator engagement
Experience developing educational programming or training
Background in a membership organization, trade association, or advocacy-focused environment
Understanding of operational realities and compliance challenges facing independent RIAs
Experience coordinating cross-functional advocacy or policy communication efforts

Benefits

Comp & perks

100%-employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Unlimited vacation days; minimum 3 weeks of vacation per year required
9 paid holidays with flexible holidays
401(k) with match: employee contributes 6%, employer contributes 4.5%
12 weeks paid parental leave for birth or adoption
Health insurance with employer contribution
Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life and AD&D, and Accident insurance options
Pet insurance availability
Health Savings & Flex Spending Accounts
Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
Employer-paid Long Term Disability coverage
Up to $150/month for financial planner services, plus up to $500 toward the upfront fee
$2,000/year professional development budget, prorated by start date
$250/quarter wellness/personal spending benefit
$500 donation to a nonprofit of choice after volunteering 40 hours within the calendar year
Sabbatical program with cash bonus and extra time off at 5, 10, and 15 years
Subsidized employer-sponsored childcare, subject to availability
Various gym discounts
Company-owned Apple laptop provided
Remote work and/or Bozeman, MT location
Flexible schedule