Payments Industry Advocacy Associate

What you'll do

• Research and analyze market trends, competitor pricing, and client behavior to identify product improvement opportunities.
• Develop marketing collateral tailored to specific target markets.
• Execute regulatory testing procedures to ensure products meet all legal requirements before release.
• Assist in developing the risk and compliance models for payment products.
• Identify and resolve inefficiencies within existing regulatory testing processes.
• Draft briefing memos and strategic presentations to communicate firm insights to internal and external audiences.
• Translate client challenges and regulatory priorities into advocacy positions, messaging, and engagement strategies.

What we're looking for

• 2+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in Government Relations and Policy, Product, Technology, or Project Management.
• Strong understanding of the payments landscape, business models, and regulatory environment.
• Working knowledge of public policy and regulatory change, including regional and local nuances.
• Emerging knowledge of risk management and controls, and governance requirements.
• Experience in developing advocacy positions, messaging, and engagement strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Experience in consulting and strategy for financial services or engaging with policymakers and industry associations (preferred).