Deputy Government Relations Leader

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The Deputy Government Relations Leader serves as the second-in-command within the Public Policy and Government Affairs (PPGA) office and is responsible for supporting the development and execution of the firms public policy and government affairs strategy. This role serves as a key liaison between the firm and federal state and local government stakeholders while advancing policy priorities that support RSMs business objectives and the modern middle market.

The Deputy Leader partners closely with the PPGA Leader firm leadership and lines of business to monitor legislative and regulatory developments provide actionable insights and drive strategic engagement with policymakers regulators and industry associations. This role also supports thought leadership advocacy efforts and the management of external lobbying resources.

Strategy Execution & Operational Leadership

• Support the development and execution of RSMs government relations strategy aligned with firm priorities

• Monitor analyze and interpret legislative and regulatory developments impacting RSM and its clients

• Provide timely actionable policy insights to support client service business development and go-to-market strategies

• Advocate for policies that support the middle market professional standards and innovation in assurance tax and consulting

• Ensure compliance with independence requirements including restrictions related to attest clients

Stakeholder Leadership & Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with members of Congress congressional staff and Executive Branch officials

• Represent RSM in industry associations and coalitions (e.g. AICPA Center for Audit Quality National Association of Manufacturers U.S. Chamber of Commerce)

• Serve as a key external representative of the firm in public policy discussions and forums

• Ensure consistent and coordinated engagement across all external touchpoints

Internal Integration & Business Alignment

• Partner with line of business industry risk and communications leaders to align public policy strategy with firm objectives

• Partner with firm leadership to translate policy developments into business impact and client opportunities

• Standardize how policy intelligence is delivered and utilized across the firm to support client engagement by equipping teams with relevant policy intelligence

Thought Leadership & Communication

• Contribute to positioning RSM as a leading advisor to the modern middle market through policy-focused insights and commentary

• Support the development of position papers comment letters testimony and policy briefs

• Assist in preparing executives for advocacy engagements and public-facing opportunities

Team Leadership & Functional Management

• Support the PPGA Leader in building and managing the firms government relations function

• Assist in oversight and coordination of external lobbying firms and consultants in partnership with legal and compliance teams ensuring alignment and performance including deliverables and ROI

• Contribute to internal processes reporting and operational effectiveness of the PPGA function

Risk Management & Compliance

• Align public policy activities with firm risk management independence and compliance priorities and regulatory requirements

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. ORM GCO Audit Practice National Office Office of Audit Quality) to ensure compliance

• Maintain adherence to lobbying laws reporting requirements and ethical standards

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree required

• 1215 years of progressive leadership experience in federal policy development government affairs

• Significant experience in senior Capitol Hill roles (e.g. Chief of Staff Legislative Director Policy Director) or equivalent

• Demonstrated strong relationships with Members of Congress committees and key staff

• Deep understanding of the federal legislative and regulatory process including rulemaking and committee procedures

• Strong network within government trade associations and policy organizations

• Proven ability to analyze policy impacts and develop policy positions briefs and commentary

• Knowledge of lobbying laws compliance requirements and ethical standards

• Excellent communication interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence senior leadership

Preferred Requirements

• Advanced degree (e.g. JD MPP MBA or related field)

• Experience working with key congressional committees such as:

  • Senate Banking

  • House Financial Services

  • Senate Finance

  • Ways and Means

  • Appropriations or Budget Committees

• Experience supporting or advising leadership roles within Congress or major policy organizations

• Prior experience in professional services financial services or regulatory environments

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