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Government Affairs Associate

Robinhood· External Affairs
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Hybrid (Washington, DC)$136k - $205kFull-timePosted 5d ago

About the role

Role focusing on federal advocacy and policymaker relationships to advance Robinhood's policy priorities, based in Washington, DC with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

  • Advocate for relevant policy issues and develop relationships with policymakers in U.S. Congress
  • Lead engagements with industry associations, ensuring their agenda supports Robinhood's policy goals
  • Apply your political and policy expertise to identify opportunities that advance Robinhood's policy priorities
  • Equip key internal business partners with a clear and timely understanding of sophisticated legislative and regulatory policies
  • Lead the strategy of and prepare Robinhood executives for engagements with relevant government stakeholder

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience working in the U.S. Congress and/or Executive Branch, including experience with relevant committees and agencies
  • Substantial time working for a member of Congress or a Congressional committee
  • Familiarity with financial services companies and can communicate sophisticated financial services policy, with a track record of advancing interests in these areas
  • Existing relationships and positive rapport with relevant government stakeholders and industry groups
  • Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication skills — with the ability to communicate complex information effectively across internal and external audiences and drive cross-functional alignment
  • An execution-oriented mindset with the drive and creativity to get things done, and eagerness to learn about new and emerging technologies
  • Experience in-house at a fintech or private sector company, with broker-dealers, and/or engaging with federal or state financial services regulators is a plus

Benefits

  • Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
  • Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
  • Top Tier benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
  • Access to the Robinhood Employee Fund that gives eligible US employees the opportunity to invest in a private employee fund that provides exposure to Robinhood Ventures funds
  • Access to the best AI tools on the market and continuous AI skill-building for every employee, technical or not
  • Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
  • Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
  • Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more
  • Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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