About this role:

Reporting to the Head of State and Local Government Relations, this individual contributor is responsible for advancing the company’s public policy objectives through direct engagement with state and local legislative bodies, elected officials, and key stakeholders across Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming.  The position is responsible for advancing the company’s public policy objectives through direct advocacy, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement.  This position offers a hybrid work schedule and can be based in Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Billings, MT; Boise, ID or Cheyenne, WY.  The Wells Fargo job profile is Senior Lead Government Relations Specialist.

In this role, you will:

Drive state and local advocacy efforts across the across a six-state Northwest region

Develop and execute regional strategies aligned with legislative and regulatory priorities

Monitor, interpret, and assess the impact of public policy developments at the state and local levels

Provide counsel to senior leadership on emerging policy issues and their potential implications

Establish and maintain relationships with policymakers, trade associations, and external partners

Lead lobbying efforts and provide guidance on political engagement and PAC strategy

Design and implement public affairs campaigns to support business objectives

Collaborate with external organizations to align advocacy efforts and advance shared objectives

Required Qualifications:

7+ years of Government Relations experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

Experience working with elected officials on public policy issues in the Northwest Region

Experience developing and implementing advocacy strategies that achieve public policy goals

Experience representing the financial services industry in a lobbying capacity

Experience identifying, tracking, and reporting on legislative and regulatory issues

Experience presenting information that persuades, and enhances understanding at all levels

Experience counseling senior leaders on public policy matters

Experience managing relationships with trade associations and external stakeholders

Job Expectations:

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Office Locations & Pay Ranges:

999 3rd Avenue - Seattle, WA ($191,000 to $305,000)

1300 SW 5th Avenue - Portland, OR ($175,000 to $279,000)

2324 Overland Avenue - Billings, MT ($159,000 to $254,000)

877 West Main Street - Boise, ID ($159,000 to $254,000)

1701 Capitol Avenue - Cheyenne, WY ($159,000 to $254,000)

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

$159,000.00 - $305,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

Health benefits401(k) PlanPaid time offDisability benefitsLife insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insuranceParental leaveCritical caregiving leaveDiscounts and savingsCommuter benefitsTuition reimbursementScholarships for dependent childrenAdoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

3 Oct 2025

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.