Government Relations Director - Midwest

Company: CNA Insurance
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 11, 2025

Job Description:

Government Relations Director - MidwestApply locations Chicago, IL, USA Remote, USA time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id R-5145You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.JOB DESCRIPTION:Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerforms a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:

• Serves as CNA's principal representative and liaison with state legislators and regulators in Midwestern states
• Works with individual business units to determine legislative and/or regulatory changes needed to improve profitability and to be more effective
• Works with trade associations, peer companies and other external organizations to further CNA legislative and regulatory goals and priorities
• Determines CNA position on issues and develops position papers addressing legislative/regulatory issues
• Meets with state and provides testimony at legislative committee hearings to further CNA legislative/regulatory goals
• Provides written update reports and makes presentations to internal stakeholders regarding legislative/regulatory matters
• Coordinates, develops and makes recommendations regarding CNA's political action plan
• Manages outside counsel to achieve legislative/regulatory goals
• Determines the need and develops language for advocacy communications to constituents regarding pending legislation and regulatory matters
• Conducts research and provides written reports and presentations
• Monitors issues pending before the National Association of Insurance Commissioners
• Stays current with trends and developments in area of expertiseMay perform additional duties as assigned.Reporting Relationship
  • VP or AboveSkills, Knowledge & Abilities
    • In-depth knowledge of legislative and political processes and the roles and functions of government branches as well as strong industry and organizational knowledge
    • Ability to effectively coach, develop and lead a government relations effort while encouraging creativity and innovation
    • Ability to achieve results by taking a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives
    • Excellent speaking, writing and presentation skills
    • Ability to foster and maintain collaborative relationships with legislators, legislative staff, peers, subordinates and other members of management
    • Ability to develop tactical strategies which support organizational vision and goals
    • Up to 30% travelEducation & Experience
      • Bachelor's or equivalent, advanced degree preferred
      • Minimum of 5 years experience in a state or federal government relations position or related experience
      • Ideally located in Midwest Region#LI-CP1#LI-Remote
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