219K–328K USD / year
Federal Government Relations Director
OtherRemote — United States
Published on 2026-10-28
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About this role
Lead Stripe’s US federal legislative and regulatory advocacy across financial services, payments, technology, and economic policy. Build relationships with policymakers and regulators, shape policy strategy, and help internal teams navigate developments affecting Stripe and its users.
About the company
Stripe provides payment infrastructure and financial tools that help businesses accept payments, manage subscriptions, and move money globally. It serves startups through large enterprises with APIs for online and in-person commerce.
The team
Government Relations & Public Affairs
What you'll do
- Develop and execute federal advocacy strategies on stablecoins, digital assets, open banking, AI governance, and payments regulation
- Build relationships with members of Congress, congressional staff, and federal regulators
- Engage agencies including Treasury, OCC, FDIC, Federal Reserve, and CFPB on policy and regulatory proceedings
- Plan and run policy campaigns, coalitions, and industry engagement
- Translate policy developments into actionable guidance for Stripe teams
- Manage internal budget, quarterly business reviews, and performance reporting
- Represent Stripe in trade groups and industry bodies
- Produce clear internal and external policy writing
What we're looking for
- 12+ years in policymaking, government, or senior advocacy roles
- Experience in Congress, a federal agency, or a senior in-house government relations or policy role
- Deep expertise in financial services regulation and payments policy, including banking, money transmission, and digital assets
- Strong bipartisan relationships with policymakers and staff
- Track record managing complex policy initiatives and cross-functional work
- Excellent judgment, communication, and writing skills
- Willingness to travel 25%
Nice to have
- Direct experience with AI, agentic commerce, or emerging technology policy
- Experience navigating bipartisan legislative environments
- Background at Treasury, OCC, FDIC, the White House, or a comparable federal institution
Benefits
- Equity
- Company bonus or sales commissions/bonuses
- 401(k) plan
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Wellness stipends