National Community Engagement Manager

Join us a Relationship Manager on Community Engagement’s National team where your expertise will drive impactful change across the United States. This position offers a unique opportunity to build strategic relationships with influential organizations, fostering economic growth and prosperity. Join a dynamic team committed to enhancing community engagement and advancing the firm's goals, while enjoying career growth and mobility. Embrace the chance to work in a collaborative environment that values creativity, integrity, and results-oriented approaches.

As a Relationship Manager on Community Engagement’s National team within Corporate Responsibility, you will be at the forefront of advancing the firm's interests and those of the communities we serve. You will develop and manage strategic relationships with national stakeholders focused on small business, entrepreneurship, CDFIs, and Chambers of Commerce, including in rural communities. We are committed to fostering a team culture that values collaboration, innovation, and proactive engagement with external stakeholders. Together, we will address community needs and leverage opportunities to make a lasting impact.

Our team is dedicated to enhancing the firm's responsiveness to critical needs and interests in communities across the United States. You will work closely with colleagues in Corporate Responsibility and business partners to proactively address issues and contribute to the firm's success. This role offers the chance to engage in strategic planning and execution, ensuring alignment with firm priorities and stakeholder needs. Join us in Washington, DC, and be part of a team that is making a difference.

Job Responsibilities

• Build and maintain partnerships with national organizations focused on small business, entrepreneurship, CDFIs, and Chambers of Commerce, including in rural communities.
• Represent the firm at community and partner events, fostering relationships that support strategic objectives.
• Support relationships with key influencers, including advocates and policy organizations.
• Manage an annual grant portfolio of national nonprofits focused on the portfolio.
• Guide the strategy for partner sponsorships and execute in concert with events-focused colleagues.
• Design and host forums and events to promote dialogue between senior executives and key partners.
• Engage in annual business planning to align activities with firm priorities and community needs.
• Lead the development and execution of strategies that address stakeholder and community needs.
• Work closely with colleagues to proactively address issues raised by external stakeholders.
• Track information from partners to identify trends and gain insights.
• Conduct analysis to inform decisions on strategy and investments.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• 7+ years of experience in stakeholder management, issue advocacy campaigns, grantmaking, policy, and/or community/economic development.
• Thought leadership and subject matter expertise on issues impacting the firm's reputation and business operations.
• Exceptional negotiation, written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, considering multiple points of view.
• Integrity and strong work ethic with high attention to detail and deadlines.
• Creative, flexible, collaborative, and results-oriented with the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Office tools: PowerPoint, Teams, Excel, and others as needed.
• Domestic travel, approximately once monthly or as needed.