Date Posted:
June 8, 2026
Position Title:
Chief Government & Political Affairs Officer
Office/Company:
Insured Retirement Institute
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-07987
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
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Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The Chief Government & Political Affairs Officer leads IRI’s federal legislative affairs, advocacy, and political programs, including development of the annual Federal Retirement Security Blueprint and execution of strategic advocacy initiatives.Strategic Leadership & Policy Development, Advocacy, Lobbying & External Relations, Member Engagement & Consensus Building, Communications & Thought Leadership, Government Affairs Operations, Political Affairs & IRI PAC Management, Team Leadership & ManagementBachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (Master’s or J.D.) preferred. 10+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy or advocacy.
Responsibilities:
• Lead development and rollout of IRI’s annual Federal Retirement Security Blueprint
• Set and execute advocacy strategies aligned with IRI priorities and the Blueprint’s policy pillars
• Identify and prioritize federal legislative opportunities affecting retirement security, labor and employment, insurance, securities, tax, and financial services
• Serve as a registered federal lobbyist and lead engagement with members of Congress, congressional staff, and executive-branch officials on relevant federal legislative matters
• Build and maintain relationships with policymakers to position IRI as a trusted policy resource
• Design and execute advocacy campaigns, including direct congressional engagement, board fly-ins and grassroots mobilization, and coalition building with member companies and partner organizations
Qualifications:
• Significant association government affairs experience and/or senior policy experience in Congressional office, Federal executive branch, Trade association or private-sector government affairs
• Deep knowledge of the federal legislative process
• Strong bipartisan relationships and an established network to gather intelligence, build coalitions, and advance policy objectives
• Exceptional strategic thinking, negotiation, communication, and consensus-building skills
• Professional spokesperson presence and high integrity
Instructions:
Email to apply
Other:
This description summarizes the general nature and level of work. Duties and responsibilities may change to meet organizational needs and external conditions.
