Job Description
$118,400.00/yr - $197,300.00/yr
Nasdaq is a leading technology company dedicated to improving the liquidity, transparency, and integrity of the financial system. We are seeking a Director of Policy and Regulatory Communications, a key role in our growing External Relations team. The position is designed for a seasoned, deeply strategic practitioner with strong familiarity with the financial services regulatory and policy landscape, and a proven track record of advising senior executives or officials.
The ideal candidate should have a combination of policy and corporate public affairs experience and a strong track record of media relations with top-tier reporters and outlets and proven capabilities as a writer / speech writer.
Responsibilities:
- Policy communications strategy - Define, develop, and implement strategic communications plans that advance the organization’s policy and advocacy agenda.
- Campaign management – Serve as senior leader of enterprise-wise campaigns including, but not limited to, policy-specific programs.
- Thought Leadership Hub – Leader of Nasdaq’s regulatory and policy thought leadership hub, a new initiative aimed to support clients in navigating regulatory and policy-related complexity.
- Media relations - Build and maintain relationships with key reporters and editors focused on policy within financial services and technology.
- Lead writer - Serve as lead writer for key content including speeches, bylines, and other executive content.
- Senior advisor - Serve as senior advisor to the Government Relations, Legal, Risk and Regulatory teams, and to communications colleagues from across the function regarding policy trends or issues.
- Intelligence reporting - Work with internal and external counsel and government affairs experts to stay ahead of evolving regulations and other legal requirements across each of Nasdaq’s core markets.
Qualifications:
- 10-15 years of experience in various strategic communications roles, in government or in-house at a corporation
- Strong relationships with key media and influencers in Washington D.C.
- Deep expertise in regulatory and policy environment in financial services; expertise in financial markets, market technology
Come as You Are
Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
What We Offer
We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.
The base pay range for this role is $118,400 - $197,300. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.
Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:
- Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
- Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
- Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
- Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
- Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities
For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.