Sr. Manager Public Affairs

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Sr. Manager Public Affairs!

About the role

As the Sr. Public Affairs Manager you will join Symetra's Public Affairs team to support Symetra's local, state and federal policy and outreach strategy! This individual will assist the VP of Public Affairs and the Director of Public Affairs in identifying, researching, analyzing and advocating a variety of complex public policy issues in line with Symetra's legislative and community priorities. You will engage in internal coordination across teams, outreach and coalition building, and will represent Symetra publicly at various levels of government, with trade organizations and in the community. Our ideal candidate has excellent writing, analytical and communication skills, strong judgment, is a natural collaborator and phenomenal teammate, is passionate about public policy and is excited to advance external government relationships.

What you'll do in this role:

• Identify, track and analyze key legislative and policy issues at the local, state and federal level.

• Develop briefing materials using multiple resources to advise leadership and produces legislative communications.

• Implement advocacy engagement strategy in coordination with leadership to drive outcomes defined within role.

• Develop and manages relationships with key constituencies and elected officials, business associations, institutions of higher education, and nonprofit partners.

• As a member of the lobbying team, influence industry and coalitions, the Washington state legislature and local government through proactive communication.

• Work in support and coordination with Symetra Law Department's Legal and Regulatory team to advance Symetra priorities as directed, and assists in reporting and compliance activities.

• Coordinate and track Symetra Empowers Communities grants.

• Support community outreach functions by representing Symetra with external audiences, including public speaking at community events.

• Lead projects internally in support of programs and initiatives

What we offer you

We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are crafted to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements

• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%

• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays

• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching

• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

Compensation

Salary Range: $100,300 - $167,100 plus eligibility for annual bonus program.

Who you are

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in communications, political science, public policy, public relations, financial services or related field.

• 7-9 years experience in communications, government relations, public affairs, public relations or financial services, or 3-5 years experience in state or federal government.

• Proven ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and make solid judgment decisions in the field as required to fulfill programmatic and engagement priorities.

• Solid grasp of governance and legislative processes and experience using from multiple sources to research and analyze sophisticated issues using database, spreadsheet and document software.

• Excellent verbal and written communications for internal and external audiences, including public speaking and presentation skills.

• Ability to identify, develop and maintain quality relationships with a wide variety of collaborators.

• Willing to travel.

• Must have reliable transportation.

• High School Diploma required

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers.

We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

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