Head of Government Affairs

Credit Acceptance is proud to be an award-winning company with local and national workplace recognition in multiple categories! Our world-class culture is shaped by dedicated Team Members who share a drive to succeed as professionals and together as a company. A great product, amazing people and our stable financial history have made us one of the largest used car finance companies nationally.

Our Support teams work with multiple departments in a dynamic environment that promotes flexibility and autonomy, while offering the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of professionals.  We work to comply with our company standards, exceed customer expectations and drive our Great Place to Work culture.  Through the consistent delivery of quality services and understanding the needs of our business, we develop innovative improvements as we strive towards our company’s Big, Hairy, Audacious Goals!

Credit Acceptance is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Government Affairs to lead our legislative engagement efforts at the state and federal level. This critical role will shape and advance legislation impacting the Company’s operations, commercial interests, and the auto finance industry. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, the Director of Government Affairs will develop and execute strategies to align Credit Acceptance’s business priorities with broader policy objectives, fostering impactful relationships with lawmakers, regulators, and key stakeholders.

 

Outcomes and Activities:

• Legislative Strategy & Engagement:
  • Collaborate with the Chief Legal Officer and executive leadership to shape and drive the Company’s federal and state legislative agenda, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  • Develop the strategic direction for outreach, issue management, and third-party engagement, including building lobbying strategies and tactical plans and anticipating policy shifts.
  • Engage state and federal lawmakers, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to advance Credit Acceptance’s interests.
  • Monitor, analyze, and assess legislative and regulatory developments, providing actionable recommendations to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
  • Establish and maintain a sophisticated network of relationships on Capitol Hill and with attorneys general, state government officials, and regulatory bodies to advance business priorities.
• Representation & Advocacy:
  • Serve as a respected and credible representative of Credit Acceptance in key industry forums, coalitions, and advocacy organizations.
  • Facilitate collaboration between the Company and local governments on projects, initiatives, and partnerships.
  • Manage crisis communications and reputation management in the context of government relations in partnership with the Marketing team.
• Political Action Committee (PAC) Management:
  • Establish and manage a Political Action Committee (PAC), including building the program, designing and executing its strategy, and overseeing fundraising, compliance, and reporting.
  • Hire and manage external consultants as needed to support PAC objectives.
  • Oversee PAC operations, including fundraising activities, records management, and filing quarterly, mid-year, and end-of-year Contribution and Lobbying Disclosure Reports.
  • Represent Credit Acceptance at political fundraisers and related events.
• Internal Collaboration & Reporting:
  • Synthesize complex external dynamics into clear, actionable insights for the Company’s leadership.
  • Regularly communicate legislative updates and strategic recommendations to executive leadership while collaborating with internal teams to ensure alignment.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Deep understanding of the current political environment, policy-making processes at the state and/or federal level (particularly the legislative process), and the role of attorneys general.
• Exceptional communication skills and executive presence, with the ability to translate complex legislative issues into actionable business strategies.
• Strategic and commercially focused mindset with a proven ability to synthesize external dynamics into clear insights.
• Experience leading through change, making impactful decisions, and driving team and organizational success.
• Ability to embrace challenges, push for impactful change, and align performance with strategic priorities.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in public relations and government affairs management
• Fully remote position, but must be located in or near Washington, DC

Preferred:

• Juris Doctor degree
• Demonstrated record of success lobbying the