Executive Director, Govt Relations

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Executive Director of Government Relations at Morgan Stanley driving advocacy strategies. Leading public policy initiatives and government affairs to influence legislative outcomes and protect operations.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $165,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in developing a comprehensive government affairs vision and integrated advocacy strategy
Serving as a trusted advisor to the Head of Government Relations
Helping develop and execute legislative, executive branch, and regulatory advocacy efforts
Educating members of Congress, Capitol Hill staff, and regulators on Morgan Stanley's lines of business
Keeping the firm informed of the external political environment
Working with the communications team to develop proactive messaging
Promoting and protecting Morgan Stanley's operations by advocating on public policy initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Over 10 years of relevant experience in public and private sector policy
Graduate degree - e.g. MBA, JD, Masters in Government, Public Policy, or related field
Significant experience in government affairs with a strong background in communications
Capitol Hill and/or Executive Branch experience strongly preferred
Communications background - e.g. press secretary or speechwriter
Ability to build and execute strategic policy communications campaigns
Exemplary public policy acumen with the ability to think strategically
Ability to identify areas of risk and opportunities relative to the public policy environment
Policy leadership experience working in the financial services industry
Deep understanding of regulatory policy and process relevant to the financial services industry

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive employee benefits and perks
Opportunities for professional development
Support for employees and their families
Flexible work arrangements
Diverse and inclusive culture

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Hard Skills & Tools

public policygovernment affairsstrategic policy communicationsregulatory advocacylegislative advocacyexecutive branch experiencecommunications strategyrisk assessmentopportunity identificationfinancial services policy

Soft Skills

strategic thinkingadvisory skillscommunication skillsrelationship buildingleadershipeducational skillsmessaging developmentadvocacypolitical acumencampaign execution

Certifications

MBAJDMasters in GovernmentMasters in Public Policy