If you're passionate about being part of a diverse organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to deliver innovative business solutions with excellence, then Nationwide's Legal team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

Ohio Government Relations

• Act as a registered lobbyist on behalf of Nationwide on matters pending before the Ohio General Assembly, Governor’s Office, and Administrative Agencies.

• Assist Ohio Government Relations leader and team members on formulating legislative and policy initiatives impacting the Ohio Revised Code and rule-making process.

• Have a high degree of legislative and political acumen to assist with monitoring, reporting, and engaging on issues before lawmakers and policy staff.

• Ohio serves as the home state of domicile for Nationwide. The Ohio Revised Code plays an important role impacting the company’s operations. Work on high profile issues with an understanding of confidentially and ability to engage with senior leadership.

• Ability to formulate internal and external relationships.

• As a mutual insurance company, engaging on legislative matters impact the broader business community along with matters aligned with Nationwide’s corporate citizenship and foundation strategic priorities. 

• Assist with matters pending before the Ohio Department of Insurance.

• Strong communication skills to assist with keeping Nationwide leaders informed of legislative and regulatory activities.

• Attends legislative committee meetings; writes necessary testimony on company position; arranges for technical staff testimony.

• Supports trade associations, advisory committees, coalitions, and task forces that are working on important public policy issues affecting Nationwide.

• Mange the campaign finance, registration, reporting, and other matters for Nationwide registered lobbyist.

• Support the Nationwide Ohio PAC Board, Budget, and Financial Tracking

• Engage in fundraising efforts to increase Nationwide Ohio PAC members and contributions.

• Request, process, and report Nationwide PAC contributions.

• Attend events on behalf of the Nationwide PAC program.

Political Programs Administrative Responsibilities

• Political Action Committee (PAC):

• Assist in federal, state, and local PAC administrative duties:

• RSVPing for political events.

• Assist in updating federal, state, and local PAC contribution tracking charts and the preparation of financial/compliance reports.

• Assist in the creation of Nationwide PAC content for communications and associate solicitation purposes and event planning.

• Civic Action Program (CAP):

• Assist in the development of CAP content for communications supporting Nationwide grassroots initiatives and event planning.

• General:

• Monitor and track lobbying expenses for Ohio registered lobbyists and submit JLEC reports.

• Process invoices for lobbying expenses, trade/membership dues, etc. including making copies of and mailing contributions

Government Relations Administrative Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the team leaders engaging in NAIC, NCOIL, and public policy activities. 

• Support briefings, internal newsletters, team meetings, and a centralized team SharePoint site.  

• Assist with travel and expense reports.

    

Internal Use Only (Compensation Pay Band: F4)

Job Description Summary

Our Government Relations team are trusted experts who work with public officials and their staff to create a political and regulatory environment that protects our members and our company. We provide industry expertise that helps government leaders anticipate and solve our customers’ needs. We value the key role that all Nationwide associates play in election and policy efforts and work hard to keep them informed and engaged in the process. If you can navigate the complexities of the political environment, have the savvy and skills to educate, influence and persuade, we want to know more about you!

As a Specialist, you'll help represent Nationwide's interests on legislation at the state and/or federal level. You will support Government Relations leaders to identify, review, and analyze legislation that impacts Nationwide and our customers. This role also includes supporting electi