The National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions (NAFCU) seeks a Regulatory Affairs Counsel to assist in the development and implementation of the Association's regulatory policy priorities and to conduct analysis of financial regulations affecting credit unions. This position reports directly to the Director of Regulatory Affairs.
Who we are:
NAFCU is the leading trade association for America’s federally-insured credit unions. Our mission is to strengthen credit unions by providing our members and the credit union industry the absolute best in federal advocacy, education, and compliance assistance. Extreme member service and responsiveness is our hallmark. Our continued membership growth shows that we have what the industry is looking for.
Our team members are passionate about growth, innovation, and collaboration. We constantly are striving to improve and better ourselves so that we can better support our members. If you have a growth mindset and enjoy challenging work, you probably are a great fit for our team!
Who you are:
You have an interest in financial services regulation and public policy, in particular as they relate to credit unions and what they offer to the community. You are a self-starter with strong verbal and written communication skills, who enjoys a fast-paced work environment. You can think on your feet and like to advocate for a cause. You have strong people skills. You have the ability to work collaboratively, balance multiple tasks and projects without missing deadlines, and efficiently generate high-quality work product. You thrive in a team-oriented environment and take pride in being helpful to others. You hold yourself and others to a high standard.
What you'll do:
- Assist in planning and execution of the Association’s advocacy strategy and goals through research and development of NAFCU positions on regulatory issues.
- Inform NAFCU members of developments in regulatory areas that affect the operation of credit unions and assist members in communicating with federal agencies.
- Prepare written comments to the regulatory agencies and other policy setting bodies on issues affecting credit union practices; assist in the preparation and distribution of Regulatory Alerts and Final Regulations.
- Monitor and report to the Association on the activities of the agencies as they relate to federally-insured credit unions; review and assist in updating the NAFCU website with respect to regulatory issues.
- Maintain relationships with other industry groups and maintain personal networks throughout the federal financial regulatory agencies, quasi-regulatory agencies, and industry groups.
- Work with the Regulatory Compliance Division to gather member feedback on regulatory issues to inform and guide the Association’s advocacy efforts.
- Work with the Legislative Affairs Division in drafting and reviewing legislation affecting credit unions.
- Assist the Communications Division with messaging on regulatory advocacy issues, including reviewing content and speaking with members of the press.
- Speak before various audiences regarding regulatory issues. While travel and in-person meetings with regulatory agencies currently are limited due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, once restrictions are lifted the counsel may be required to travel both locally and to NAFCU conferences within the U.S.
Position Requirements:
- Law degree and state or D.C. bar membership required.
- Background in government affairs, especially on behalf of trade associations, is desired.
- Prior experience with economics, finance, or business, especially in financial services, is a plus.
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, written, and analytical skills.
- Superior research skills, including computerized research tools and the Internet.
- Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Team player – flexible with respect to multiple priorities and changing circumstances.
- This position is located in Arlington, Virginia, but will onboard and work remotely due to the pandemic. This is not a permanently remote position, but a return to the office date has not yet been scheduled.
In order to be considered for the position, all applicants must email a resume and cover letter including salary requirements to hr@nafcu.org. EOE