515806BR

　　Title:

　　Director Government Relations

　　What you'll do... :

　　Strategic planning and implementation – Working with the GR team to develop strategic plans to support the company’s long and short-term goals. Implement, monitor, and adapt the plan as needed including clear goals and metrics.

　　Policy /Legislative/Regulatory analysis – Stay abreast of current trends and information to anticipate opportunities and risks that emerge. Evaluate pending legislation, policy, and regulations; determine impact to company and the tax preparation industry and help develop the organization’s response.

　　Oversee external lobbying resources, drive strategy, and help with messaging, external outreach and the development of relevant communications tools.

　　Brief company executives on legislative matters and provide guidance/recommendations.

　　Foster and build positive relationships with strategically important government officials, staff, opinion leaders, third parties, and other external stakeholders.

　　Influence public policy, monitor government initiatives and advocate for specific public policies to advance the company’s objectives.

　　Represent the company at government forums (official and political) and industry group meetings.

　　Contribute to/direct preparation of policy briefings, testimony for pending legislative actions, and thought leadership documents.

　　Ensure alignment and coordination with State Government strategy.

　　Forge relationships with industry associations, academics, community leaders, and other stakeholders to add value, stay current and advance the company’s interests.

　　Work with the communications team to develop proactive messaging to shape policy issues that matter to policymakers.

　　Develop in-district events and visits to headquarters by elected officials.

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　Job ID:

　　515806BR

　　Address1:

　　1155 F STREET NW

　　City:

　　WASHINGTON

　　State:

　　District Of Columbia

　　About H&R Block... :

　　H&R Block’s purpose is simple: To provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. We’ve been true to that purpose since brothers Henry and Richard Bloch founded our company in 1955. Since then, we’ve grown to have approximately 12,000 offices throughout the United States and around the world.

　　We are a people company first and a tax company second. People who join H&R Block say it feels like being part of something bigger. A place with an amazing and storied history, but with a strong and urgent focus on the future. Maybe it’s how determined, forward thinking and innovative we are, or how accessible our leadership is. We believe it’s all those things, and much more.

　　H&R Block is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. All qualified applicants are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

　　Employee Type:

　　Regular

　　It would be even better if you also had... :

　　Tax or financial services background.

　　Advanced or master’s degree.

　　What you'll bring to the team... :

　　7-10 years of government relations, legislative or political experience.

　　Strong influencing skills and proven ability to manage politically sensitive policy issues.

　　Strong planning, organization, and decision-making capabilities; must be able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, resolve conflicts and solve problems and meet deadlines with minimum supervision.

　　Working knowledge of tax, financial services and/or consumer issues.

　　Demonstrated decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

　　Detail-oriented and ability to work effectively as part of a team; effective written, presentation and persuasion skills. Ability to communicate with all levels of internal associates, external vendors, and business partners.

　　Bachelor's degree.

　　Posting Title:

　　Director of Government Relations

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　　Job Family:

　　Compliance/Govt Relations

　　WOTC Eligibility Check:

　　Yes