Government Affairs Executive

Government Affairs Executive

Serve as the government affairs expert, liaison, and strategist. Influences policy, manages relationships with legislative bodies, and assesses impact of legislation for Sentry. This position will require moderate travel across state lines.

What You'll Do:

• Developing and implementing strategic and advocacy plans for achieving public policy, legislative, and regulatory results in an assigned state and local market that are favorable to the organization and consistent with the overall legislative strategy.
• Developing, motivating, and maintaining relationships with legislators, regulators, and trade associations to promote the organization's point of view and establish Sentry as a resource on insurance matters.
• Recommending and managing outside consultants and lobbyists, including setting objectives, defining missions, and evaluating performance to help move efforts forward.
• Communicating relevant and timely information to appropriate internal stakeholders and executives within Sentry and outside of Sentry.
• Acting as a company representative before state policymakers, regulators, and trade associations.

What it Takes:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required, with an advanced degree (MBA, JD) being desired.
• Minimum five years of related work experience, 7-10 years of related experience is preferred.
• Experience in a state DOI, NAIC, or regulatory agency dealing with insurance financial services, state legislator or political campaign, think-tank public policy organization or trade association, corporate government relations department especially in the financial services industry.
• Ability to be a registered lobbyist in priority states.
• Familiarity with workers compensation and/or personal auto regulations/compliance.
• Familiarity with state and federal ethics and election laws.
• Excellent communications and influencing skills, including strong written and verbal presentation skills.
• Strong composure skills including the ability to work calmly and effectively in high stress situations.
• Quick analytical thinker, who was able to effectively synthesize, translate, and summarize complex policy topics for use by internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional attention to detail and proven ability to self-direct work.

What You'll Receive:

• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday in office. As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office.
• In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.
• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
• 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program.
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off.
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs.
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

About Sentry:

We take great pride in making Forbes' list of America's Best Midsize Employers since 2017. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction. Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we're one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We're rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority. Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth. Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!