Government Affairs Lead for U.S. for Asia Foreign Policy

Citi does business in more than 180 countries and jurisdictions, providing corporations, governments, investors, institutions and individuals with a broad range of financial products and services.

This new role within Government Affairs (GA) is Citi’s lead representative to U.S.-based government officials working on U.S. foreign policy affecting relations between the United States and Asia, particularly those impacting financial services.  Based in Washington, D.C., the role reports to the practice head leading the GA U.S. Foreign Policy team and political engagement with policymakers who shape the firm’s policy operating environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as Citi’s lead advocate on U.S. foreign policy with officials focused on U.S.-Asia relations across the U.S. administration, U.S.-based multilateral institutions (e.g., the United Nations), and U.S.-based Asian embassies as well as thought leaders at relevant think tanks. 
• Build and maintain productive relationships with external leaders shaping public policy. Engage leaders directly and strengthen relationships between Citi business leaders and senior government officials by developing and executing political engagement plans, including annual meeting plans, writing advocacy briefs, and talking points. 
• Represent Citi’s public policy positions and advocate for the firm’s interests with portfolio officials. Develop and execute government engagement strategies to address policy issues prioritized by the practice head based on their business impact to Citi, with a focus on achieving outcomes that advance Citi’s policy objectives.
• Advise GA and business leaders on the business implications of government actions. Provide timely insight on political, legislative and policy developments, as well as emerging risks, and brief the practice head and internal colleagues as appropriate.
• Represent Citi at external events and public fora as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in government affairs or related field, including in government, a major corporation, trade association, or other business organization.
• Experience working on foreign policy related to financial services and the US-Asia relationship.  Prefer familiarity with policy impacting investment flows.
• Experience engaging senior business and government leaders.
• Strong existing relationships with U.S. government officials.
• Demonstrated ability to work with coalitions, peers, consultants and external partners including trade associations and political organizations.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Competencies

• Public Policy and Political Insight and Business Acumen. Strong understanding of how government actions impact business decisions. Significant knowledge of the intersection of U.S. and Asian political trends and their implications for financial services policy. Demonstrated ability to translate political risk into effective advocacy strategy.
• Leadership. Team player able to build trusted relationships with senior-level policymakers and business partners. Experience coordinating and engaging colleagues and networks across geographies and functions.  Effective communicator who can engage comfortably with a wide range of audiences.
• Results Orientation. Self-motivated, strategic, and outcomes-focused professional able to manage multiple priorities, operate effectively in ambiguity, and deliver high-quality work independently while partnering closely with senior leadership. Able to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution to advance government affairs objectives. Demonstrated ability to translate relationships, insights, and advocacy efforts into meaningful policy outcomes for the business. 

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Communications and External Relations

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Job Family:

Government Affairs

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Washington District Of Columbia United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$182,400.00 - $273,600.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Nov 19, 2026

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