VP, State Government Relations

Job ID: J28801Company: Reinsurance Group of AmericaLocation: Chesterfield, Missouri, United States of AmericaJob Type: Full timeJob Level: SME1Category: LegalPosted Date: 2026-09-11You desire impactful work.You’reRGA readyRGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today’s challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 200 Company and listed among its World’s Most Admired Companies, we’re the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.A Brief OverviewThe Vice President, State Governmental Affairs is responsible for developing and leading RGA's state‑level government relations strategy across the United States, including at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). This role provides enterprise leadership on legislative and regulatory engagement within a highly regulated environment, with a focus on protecting RGA's business interests, managing regulatory risk, and supporting long‑term growth. Contribute to federal and international government relations programs as part of a versatile government relations team. The Vice President serves as a strategic advisor and represents RGA with senior policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.What you will doLead and execute RGA’s state government relations strategy in alignment with enterprise objectives and risk management priorities.Represent RGA at legislative hearings, regulatory meetings, rulemakings, and other forums, including NAIC national meetings.Monitor, analyze, and influence model laws, state legislation and regulation, and administrative actions impacting insurance and reinsurance.Serve as RGA’s senior representative with the NAIC, state legislators, governors’ offices, state insurance departments, and other state government agencies.Advise executive leadership on state public policy developments and their implications for financial performance, capital and solvency, financial regulation, operations, data privacy, artificial intelligence (AI), and compliance. Partner closely with colleagues across the enterprise to ensure aligned advocacy positions and messaging.Identify emerging legislative, regulatory, political, and reputational risks; recommend proactive mitigation strategies.Assist with federal government relations and international government relations as part of a versatile government relations team.Provide oversight and strategic direction for external lobbyists, consultants, and trade association engagement across multiple states.Prepare and deliver executive‑level briefings, testimony, regulatory comment letters, and policy position statements.Ensure compliance with all applicable state lobbying, ethics, disclosure, and pay‑to‑play laws. Uphold RGA’s values, reputation, and ethical standards through transparent and principled government engagement.QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) requiredAdvanced degree (JD, MBA, MPA, or equivalent) and relevant professional designations preferred10+ Years of progressive experience in government relations, legislative affairs, public policy, or regulatory engagement requiredSignificant experience working within a highly regulated industry, preferably insurance or financial services requiredExperience with the Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance or other relevant Missouri government agencies preferredExperience with the New York Department of Financial Services preferredExperience with the Bermuda Monetary Authority and the Barbados Financial Services Commission preferredExperience supporting insurance or reinsurance organizations preferredPrior experience working in or closely with the NAIC, state legislatures, regulatory agencies, or governors’ offices preferredMulti‑state or national government relations leadership experience preferredKnowledge of state insurance regulation, regulatory and legislative process, and solvency requirements. requiredDemonstrated ability to influence legislative or regulatory outcomes and provide strategic counsel to senior leaders. requiredStrong executive presence with excellent written and verbal communication skills. requiredProven political acumen, sound judgment, and ability to manage sensitive and complex issues. requiredWhat you can expect from RGA:Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.We’re excited to get to know you and connect your unique skills with our global opportunities. To create a modern and seamless experience, we use artificial intelligence (AI) in parts of our preliminary screening process. This technology helps us personalize job recommendations, automate interview scheduling, evaluate candidates based solely on experience—without considering name, gender, or other personal details—and provide real-time answers through our chatbot. AI is used only during early screening and never makes hiring decisions. Your RGA recruiter will work closely with you every step of the way to ensure the process feels personal, thoughtful, and focused on you.Compensation Range:$180,220.00 - $268,400.00 AnnualBase pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and market location. In addition, RGA provides an annual bonus plan that includes all roles and some positions are eligible for participation in our long-term equity incentive plan. RGA also maintains a full range of health, retirement, and other employee benefits.RGA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender identity or expression, sex, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.Skillsstate government relationslegislative affairsregulatory engagementstate insurance regulationsolvency requirementspolicy analysispublic policy developmentexecutive leadership advisorystakeholder managementlobbying complianceethics compliancedisclosure compliancepay-to-play law complianceexecutive briefingstestimony deliveryregulatory comment letterspolicy position statementstrade association engagementnational association of insurance commissionersstate insurance departmentsexecutive presencewritten communicationverbal communicationpolitical acumenjudgmentmulti-state government relationsinsurance industry knowledgefinancial services industry knowledge