US Federal Affairs Lead

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Job Description

Join FIS as our Federal Affairs Lead and play a defining role in shaping the company's U.S. federal public policy strategy. In this highvisibility position, you will help advance FIS's priorities at the intersection of financial services, technology, and innovation. We're seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial leader who thrives in a fastpaced environment and is energized by tackling complex, crossfunctional challenges.

About the Role:

In this role, you'll leverage your deep understanding of the U.S. regulatory and political landscape to drive policy analysis, advocacy, and engagement with key stakeholders-including federal regulators, members of Congress, trade associations, and internal business leaders. You will build influential relationships, represent FIS in policy forums, and help position the company as a trusted voice in shaping the future of financial technology.

The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic insight and tactical execution, excels at building networks, communicates with confidence in public settings, and is passionate about advancing thoughtful, modern policy frameworks for the financial services industry.

This position is part of the Global Public Policy team, which is a critical component of FIS' Legal, Compliance, and Corporate Affairs (LCCA) organization. Reporting to the Vice President of Global Public Policy, who is based in Washington DC, you will work collaboratively and transparently within LCCA and alongside FIS' business leaders.

• Advise senior leaders across FIS on emerging federal regulatory and legislative developments, shaping business strategy and product priorities.

• Drive the company's policy and advocacy efforts by developing strategic positions, preparing highquality briefing materials, and leading responses to regulatory consultations.

• Cultivate influential, bipartisan relationships with federal agencies, members of Congress, congressional staff, trade associations, and key industry stakeholders-serving as a visible representative of FIS in Washington, DC.

• Lead advocacy strategy execution to advance FIS's policy goals across federal and state legislative and regulatory bodies.

• Manage FIS's federal PAC activities, including contribution recommendations, fundraising efforts, and compliance obligations.

• Oversee policy project management, ensuring clear deliverables, timely progress tracking, and strong alignment with business and executive stakeholders.

• Experience & Expertise

  • 7+ years of leadership experience in public policy, government relations, or related government roles.

  • Deep understanding of federal legislative and regulatory processes.

  • Knowledge of the payments, financial services, and technology sectors is a plus.

• Strategic & Analytical Capabilities

  • Strategic, politically savvy thinker with the ability to translate complex policy developments into actionable guidance.

  • Strong analytical and problemsolving skills, including the ability to manage tight deadlines and operate effectively in highpressure environments.

  • Consistent sound judgment and understanding of the broader commercial and regulatory landscape.

• Communication & Relationship Building

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including communicating confidently at the executive level.

  • Proven ability to build and maintain strong, bipartisan relationships and collaborate effectively across teams.

  • Skilled at navigating interpersonal dynamics, "reading the room," and adapting messaging to diverse audiences.

• Leadership & Teamwork

  • Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture.

  • Track record of bringing teams together to address challenges and align on shared goals.

  • Organized, detailoriented, and able to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and integrity.

What we offer you:
At FIS, we hire the best. In return, you receive exceptional benefits including:
* Opportunities to innovate in fintech
* Tools for personal and professional growth
* Inclusive and diverse work environment
* Resources to invest in your community
* Competitive salary and benefits

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EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here

For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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