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ABOUT BRANCH
Branch is on a mission to make insurance more accessible, so more people can be covered. We innovate using data, tech, and automation to simplify insurance from start to finish—we eliminated inaccurate quotes in favor of real prices, created a better way to bundle, and cut unnecessary costs in the traditional insurance process. Then we pass those savings along to our members. Basically, we’re doing insurance the way it was meant to be.
But we didn’t just create the insurance we’ve always wanted, we also created the company we’ve always wanted to work for. As we redefine insurance, we also want to redefine what it means to work in insurance. Find out for yourself.
Branch has a preference for candidates in Ohio, but is open to candidates located in AZ, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, MD, MI, MO, NV, NC, OH, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, and WI. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Branch is remote first, with most Branchers choosing to work from home. Our headquarters are located in Columbus, Ohio, where we come together from time to time to build relationships and connect with each other in real life. We also have office space in Columbia and Concordia, Missouri as well as Forreston, Illinois. Once a year, the entire company gathers for “BranchFest”, a highlight of the year for many Branchers.
About the Role
Branch is a digital insurance company that makes home, auto, renters, and umbrella coverage simpler and more affordable. The laws and regulations that govern insurance shape nearly everything about how we build products, price them, and bring them to customers, so our ability to grow depends on understanding that landscape and helping shape it.
We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Government Affairs and Regulatory Policy to help protect and grow Branch’s business by staying ahead of legislation and regulation that affects how we operate, and by building the relationships that let us influence it. Reporting to the Vice President, Head of Legal and Government Affairs, you’ll work closely with Branch’s legal, product, and compliance teams to make sure regulatory developments are understood early and factored into business decisions. This is an individual contributor role. You won’t manage people, though you may direct outside lobbyists or consultants when it makes sense.
You’ll have real autonomy in this seat. You’ll build Branch’s regulatory strategy, meet directly with regulators in the states where we operate, and represent Branch at national industry meetings.
Key Responsibilities
- Track legislation, rulemaking, and market-conduct developments that could affect Branch’s ability to operate and grow, and help the business get ahead of them.
- Build direct relationships with regulators, legislators, legislative staff, and trade associations who shape the rules Branch and its affiliates operate under.
- Plan and lead proactive outreach to state insurance regulators on new products and lines of business, including which states to engage, who to meet, what to present, and how to follow up.
- Represent Branch and its affiliates in industry coalitions and working groups, and help shape the positions Branch takes on pending legislation and regulation.
- Read proposed and enacted laws and regulations, and translate them into clear, practical guidance for Branch’s legal, product, underwriting, compliance, and claims teams.
- Write comment letters, position papers, and testimony, and present Branch’s positions in regulatory and legislative settings.
- Support the product team’s rate, form, and regulatory filings by explaining the legislative and regulatory landscape behind them, joining regulator calls, and tracking where each state stands.
- Register as a lobbyist where required, and stay current on lobbying and ethics rules.
- Manage any outside lobbyists, consultants, or advisers brought on to support specific issues or markets.
- Flag regulatory risks and opportunities to the Head of Legal and Government Affairs and other senior leaders, framed in terms of what they mean for the business.
- Travel to national industry meetings, conferences, and state insurance departments to meet with regulators, legislators, and industry partners.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
- About 5 years of experience in government affairs, regulatory affairs, public policy, legislative affairs, or something closely related.
- A track record of owning a regulatory or legislative portfolio on your own, with real business stakes attached to it.
- Solid understanding of how legislatures and regulatory agencies work, including rulemaking.
- Strong writing and speaking skills. You can draft a comment letter, deliver testimony, and brief an executive just as easily.
- A knack for building relationships with regulators, legislators, and trade groups across the political spectrum.
- Willingness to register as a lobbyist where required and to travel when the job calls for it.
- Insurance industry experience is a plus, especially relationships with regulators and work on rate, form, or regulatory advocacy.
- Experience at a state department of insurance or another state agency is a plus.
- Familiarity with personal lines property and casualty insurance is a plus.
- Experience advising product, underwriting, or compliance teams on regulatory issues is a plus.
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; a law degree or a policy-related graduate degree is a plus.
Why join us at Branch?
We’re all about getting back to getting each other’s back - that means Branchers, too. So we provide benefits that let you work and live to your fullest.
- Above-market salary - Branch is a data-driven company, so we do the math on salaries, too. If you get an offer from Branch, you can expect compensation that hits above the mark.
- Pay equity and transparency - Our pay isn’t just market-driven, it’s equitable. We let experience and performance drive your success, never your gender, race, orientation, or beliefs.
- Remote-first (with perks) - Work from where you’re most comfortable. We’ll take care of your work from home set-up and monthly internet. We also have a Columbus headquarters if you’d like to join us in an office.
- Flexible YouTime - We don’t just let you control your own time off. We actually encourage you to use it. After your first year at Branch, we’ll give you $1000 toward your next vacation.
- Employee stock options - You’re not just an employee. If you’re full-time, you’re also a part-owner. You’ll have stock options so you can invest in the company you’re helping to grow.
- Medical, vision, dental - Get all the coverage you need for a healthy, happy life.
- 401k and contribution matching - Invest in your future. Branch helps you get to retirement on time with a portion of your contributions matched each month.
What to expect
In light of recent hiring scams across the United States, here’s what the process will look like with Branch (so you know it’s us):
- Please apply to open positions directly through our site. If you don’t see it here, then it shouldn’t exist on another job board. If you’re ever unsure about the legitimacy of a Branch job posting found on another site, please check the listings here to verify.
- If you're selected to move onto the next phase of the hiring process, a member of our Branch talent team will reach out to you directly from the email domain @ourbranch.com http://ourbranch.com to guide you through our process.
- The process will include a number of interviews, which will all happen either over the phone or on video calls.
- We will never ask for personal payment or require you to purchase equipment during our interview process. Always be sure to protect your personal information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
At Branch, we are deeply committed to community. Branch is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and/or employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
