Head of Government Relations

Manages changes in the regulatory environment to advocate and influence pending legislation and partners with senior leaders to leverage new legislation for revenue-generating purposes.

• Identifies, creates, and executes proactive government relations programs in support of various strategic priorities to ensure a timely, comprehensive response to compliance changes.
• Identifies and advances legislative opportunities while minimizing potential risks to help influence the regulatory environment for Paychex’ clients. Maintains relationships with Congress and the Executive Branch and coordinate Paychex’s communication and policies priorities before these bodies. Educates policymakers about Paychex as a company, including our footprint, values, products, customer base, and data.
• Informs business leadership about key federal activities and developments within the Congress, the Administration, and key agencies to create a culture of awareness.
• Works with members of Paychex senior management to translate the business agenda into new revenue ideas and/or products that have a "government nexus". Organizes trips for Paychex executives and issue area experts to meet with policymakers and weigh in on key issues for the company. Issue areas include, but not limited to, tax, retirement, healthcare, workforce, payments, and data privacy.
• Leads effort to distinguish Paychex from its competition by creating programs that innovatively highlight the company's specific expertise and strengths to its regulatory and compliance apparatus.
• Represents Paychex in a variety of trade associations and industry coalitions, including serving on government relations committees and holding leadership positions within key organizations. Goals include representing Paychex’s policy priorities before the organization as well as partnering in advocacy efforts that are mutually beneficial. Examples of groups include the American Benefits Council, NAPEO, Employers Council on Flexible Compensation, NACHA, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Fosters partnerships with federal agencies in key projects. Examples include U.S. Small Business Administration and U.S. Department of Labor.
• Develops, implements, and leads a strategic approach to advocacy efforts to represent Paychex and client interests. Coordinates, facilitates, and advances business leadership priorities at the federal and state level.
• Partners with Marketing and Public Relations on presenting risk and regulatory centric topics and changes to internal and external constituencies to ensure a collaborative approach and consistent message. Assist them in their marketing and PR efforts by serving as a spokesman or representative for Paychex on key policy and political issues, including press interviews, webinars, or promotional activities. In conjunction with Public Relations organizes policy events in Washington, DC, highlighting Paychex thought leadership on key issues.
• Develops a wide range of materials in support of the firm’s government relations agenda, such as talking points, legislative summaries, fact sheets, testimony, reports, and letters to support education of others and consistency in messaging.
• Acts as a liaison to government relations staff within the payroll and benefits industries and across industries when appropriate from other agencies and industries to centralize communications with Paychex.
• Monitors legislation and policy activities and works with Compliance staff to analyze potential impacts of legislation on the company. Communicates with the Paychex community to inform them of relevant government issues.
• Serves as an educator and trainer within Paychex on key external issues impacting our company, our industries, and the economy as a whole. Examples include talks and briefings on political campaigns, congressional actions, state policy, and how they are impacting the overall business environment.
• Works with small business policy organizations to pursue mutual policy goals and to raise Paychex’s reputation as a thought leader. Facilitates opportunities for partnership, particularly with Marketing and Public Relations, where appropriate. Examples include National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), and National Small Business Association (NSBA).
• Promotes the Small Business Employment Watch and special Paychex research reports among policymakers, including Congress and the Executive Branch.
• Other duties as assigned to support the general purpose of the position’s function.

• Act with uncompromising integrity.
• Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.
• Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.
• Work in partnership and support each other.
• Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.
• Treat each other with respect and dignity.
• What's in it for you?:
  • We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
  • We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
  • We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
  • We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
  • We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.
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    Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary. Not sure if you meet every requirement?: At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.
    Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.