Consultant, Political Programs

If youre passionate about being part of a diverse organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to deliver innovative business solutions with excellence then Nationwides Legal team could be the place for you! At Nationwide on your side goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and were looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

NOTE: This role follows a hybrid work model requiring 23 days per week onsite in either our Columbus OH or Washington DC office.

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Job Description Summary

Our Government Relations team are trusted experts who work with public officials and their staff to create a political and regulatory environment that protects our members and our company. We provide industry expertise that helps government leaders anticipate and solve our customers needs. We value the key role that all Nationwide associates play in election and policy efforts and work hard to keep them informed and engaged in the process. If you can navigate the complexities of the political environment have the savvy and skills to educate influence and persuade we want to know more about you!

As a consultant youll lead Nationwides federal state and local Political Action Committee (PAC) and Nationwides grassroots and political strategies and manage the Civic Action Program (CAP). This includes helping to develop campaign materials used to solicit contributions from our associates researching candidates to make sure they align with PAC giving criteria and Nationwides culture and values and maintaining PAC compliance with required state and federal filings. Well count on you to represent PAC and CAP at internal and external meetings and events.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with Director Political Programs Senior Vice President Government Relations and business leaders to develop political fundraising strategy. Implements fundraising programs to increase PAC revenues.

• Creates and implements education and communication materials related to PAC (e.g. campaign strategy and video presentations documents solicitation materials and website copy).

• Coordinates and handles logistics for exclusive PAC events across the country both virtual and in person.

• Helps train and organize PAC Ambassadors across the company. Presents at meetings and travels to regional office locations to educate associates on importance and value of PAC.

• Manages and builds PAC member participation and member retention.

• Develops and implements new fundraising tactics such as member benefit events new giving levels and incentives and member appreciation campaigns.

• Collaborates closely with broader government relations events to support the education of Nationwide associates on the value of political engagement while building and maintaining a positive brand for PAC.

• Administers PAC ensuring compliance with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and all state registration and campaign finance reporting requirements. Reviews filings with the FEC and state campaign offices. Maintains solid understanding of campaign finance law Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations and the Security Exchange Commission (SEC) pay-to-play regulations to ensure Nationwides compliance.

• Collaborates on broad External Affairs events and initiatives to educate Nationwide associates on the value of political engagement.

• Coordinates get-out-the-vote efforts and strategies and assists with voter education efforts in all Nationwide locations.

• Crafts and distributes calls to action to Nationwide associates on federal and state legislative issues. Work with Nationwide key contacts to lobby elected officials.

• Develops and leads grassroots tactics to influence legislative and regulatory issues facing Congress state legislatures and state and local ballot initiatives.

May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Reporting Relationships: Reports to Director Political Programs.

Typical Skills and Experience:

Education: Undergraduate studies in political science public relations communications or other business related field preferred.

Experience: Typically seven or more years of demonstrated ability in governmental relations political action committee (PAC) management or political fundraising. Experience in fundraising and/or sales with proven results influencing and achieving fundraising/sales goals strongly preferred. Experience with elected officials at the federal and/or state level political campaigns campaign finance PAC administration and/or corporate political engagement activities strongly preferred.

Knowledge: High degree of political acuity with a familiarity of federal and state government structure and workings. Extensive knowledge of the political process including legislative initiatives legislative and executive processes legislative communication techniques and the dynamics of politics at all levels of government.

Skills/Competencies: Acute political sensitivity and ability to maintain confidentiality. Understanding of the science of influence and how to implement sales and marketing tactics to encourage PAC participation. Ability to work comfortably and effectively with top-level government officials association leaders and senior executives. Excellent presentation interpersonal communication and public speaking skills. Proven critical thinking skills and able to develop new and creative ideas. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to adhere to tight requirements and timelines. Database and website content management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Excel and Word.

Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values and Guiding Behaviors.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring managers leader and Human Resources.

Job Conditions:

Overtime Eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt)

Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Travel required. Non-standard or extended work hours may be required based on department needs.

Credit Check: Due to the fiduciary accountabilities within this job a valid credit and/or background check will be required as part of the selection process.

ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs including: medical/dental/vision life insurance short and long term disability coveragepaid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date nine paid holidays 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off 401(k) with company match company-paid pension plan business casual attire and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer click here.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged appreciated respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.

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Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills education training credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment. If a Sales job Sales Incentives based on performance goals are possible in addition to this range. Note on Compensation for Part-Time Roles: Please be aware that the salary ranges listed below reflect full-time compensation. Actual compensation may be prorated based on the number of hours worked relative to a full-time schedule.

The national salary range for Consultant Political Programs : $108000.00-$200000.00

The expected starting salary range for Consultant Political Programs : $108000.00 - $162000.00