U.S. Chamber of Commerce · 2 days ago
Vice President, Federal Affairs, Institute for Legal Reform (ILR)
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$217K/yr - $250K/yr
15+ years expThe U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization dedicated to improving lives and strengthening society. The Vice President, Federal Affairs at the Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) will advance the Chamber’s legal reform agenda through strategic policy development and stakeholder engagement.
Government Relations
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of legal reform strategies across federal legislative and executive agency policy arenas, with particular focus on legal reform, administrative law, civil enforcement, and rule-of-law principles impacting the business community
Advise senior Chamber and ILR leadership on emerging federal legal, legislative, regulatory, and political developments regarding liability issues pertaining to the business community
Direct ILR advocacy efforts before Congress, executive agencies, and the administration and support legislative strategy, hearings, and oversight engagement
Draft and review policy materials, including legislation, regulatory comments, white papers, legal analyses, and public-facing communications
Serve as a primary liaison to lawmakers, congressional committees, administration officials, legal organizations, member companies, and coalition partners
Manage and coordinate complex multi-stakeholder initiatives, task forces, and external coalitions aligned with ILR priorities
Represent the Chamber and ILR in meetings, briefings, and public forums, articulating policy positions clearly and persuasively
Collaborate closely with the Chamber’s Legal, Government Affairs, Communications, and Federation teams to ensure integrated advocacy and messaging
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor and admission to at least one U.S. jurisdiction
15 or more years of experience in public policy, constitutional law, regulatory oversight, or congressional leadership roles
Demonstrated expertise navigating congressional committees, legislative drafting, hearings, and oversight processes
Strong written and oral advocacy skills, including experience producing legal analysis, policy memos, and testimony
Proven ability to manage complex policy initiatives and influence outcomes in politically sensitive environments
Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and strategic thinking in high-stakes matters
Preferred
MBA or demonstrated business acumen is a plus
Experience working with national organizations, trade associations, or advocacy groups is preferred
Benefits
Health care
Vision
Dental
Retirement
Paid leave
Company
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber of Commerce of the United States is the world’s largest business organization.
501-1000 employees
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