American Bankers Association

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Position Overview: The Senior Director is responsible for conducting quantitative economic analysis on legislation and regulation related to the banking and financial services industry, identifying the impact to the industry and the broader U.S. economy. The senior director will act as an advisor to develop policy positions, write papers, op-eds, blogs, testimonies, and comments to support ABA’s member banks and the industry as a whole. A competitive candidate will have experience working in practices, policies and regulations affecting the banking/financial services industries.

This position has high visibility and will work directly with members, policy makers and the media. As an expert in banking and financial services, the incumbent will regularly present at conferences, meetings and in academic settings.

Position Requirements:
• Masters OR Ph.D. in economics, finance, or a related field
• Experience in economics, financial services practice, research or policy
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Advanced analytical experience
• Strategic thinker, able to envisage impact of economic developments across businesses and policy sector and work with stakeholders to develop a strategy of actionable deliverables
• Ability to explain economic concepts to non-expert audiences

American Bankers Association is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer