Vice President, State Governmental Affairs

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute RGA's state government relations strategy in alignment with enterprise objectives and risk management priorities.
• Represent RGA at legislative hearings, regulatory meetings, rulemakings, and other forums, including NAIC national meetings.
• Monitor, analyze, and influence model laws, state legislation and regulation, and administrative actions impacting insurance and reinsurance.
• Serve as RGA's senior representative with the NAIC, state legislators, governors' offices, state insurance departments, and other state government agencies.
• Identify emerging legislative, regulatory, political, and reputational risks; recommend proactive mitigation strategies.
• Assist with federal government relations and international government relations as part of a versatile government relations team.
• Provide oversight and strategic direction for external lobbyists, consultants, and trade association engagement across multiple states.
• Prepare and deliver executive‑level briefings, testimony, regulatory comment letters, and policy position statements.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state lobbying, ethics, disclosure, and pay‑to‑play laws. Uphold RGA's values, reputation, and ethical standards through transparent and principled government engagement.
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS)
• 10+ Years of progressive experience in government relations, legislative affairs, public policy, or regulatory engagement
• Significant experience working within a highly regulated industry, preferably insurance or financial services
• Knowledge of state insurance regulation, regulatory and legislative process, and solvency requirements
• Demonstrated ability to influence legislative or regulatory outcomes and provide strategic counsel to senior leaders
• Strong executive presence with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven political acumen, sound judgment, and ability to manage sensitive and complex issues

Requirements

• Advanced degree (JD, MBA, MPA, or equivalent) and relevant professional designations
• Experience with the Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance or other relevant Missouri government agencies
• Experience with the New York Department of Financial Services
• Experience with the Bermuda Monetary Authority and the Barbados Financial Services Commission
• Experience supporting insurance or reinsurance organizations
• Prior experience working in or closely with the NAIC, state legislatures, regulatory agencies, or governors' offices
• Multi‑state or national government relations leadership experience
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• What you can expect from RGA:
• Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.
• Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.
• Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.

Benefits

Additional Information

You desire impactful work. You're RGA ready RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today's challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 200 Company and listed among its World's Most Admired Companies , we're the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all. The Vice President, State Governmental Affairs is responsible for developing and leading RGA's state‑level government relations strategy across the United States, including at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). This role provides enterprise leadership on legislative and regulatory engagement within a highly regulated environment, with a focus on protecting RGA's business interests, managing regulatory risk, and supporting long‑term growth. The Vice President will contribute to federal and international government relations programs as part of a versatile government relations team. The Vice President serves as a strategic advisor and represents RGA with senior policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.

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