In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.

Our purpose Opening up a world of opportunity explains why we exist. At HSBC, we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We bring together people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.

We are seeking a dynamic, self-starting candidate to join HSBCs U.S. Public Affairs team as a Government Relations Senior Associate. The U.S. Public Affairs team is the primary liaison between HSBC and policymakers in the U.S. government. The team engages with government officials to understand the impact of, and advocate for, public policies that affect the bank in the U.S. and globally.

As a Public Affairs Senior Associate, you will:

• Manage the HSBC Political Action Committee (PAC), including developing and executing its growth strategy in coordination with the Public Affairs team; managing PAC Board activities; and ensuring compliance with federal rules and regulations governing political action committees
• Conduct research, draft written materials and support the teams government engagement activities
• Coordinate activities, events, resources and meetings, and manage internal and external stakeholders
• Provide administrative support, including preparing presentations, drafting reports and supporting key documents such as briefings for government engagements and issue briefs
• Manage external relationships and service providers
• Attend trade association and other external meetings, and brief internal stakeholders
• Brief senior executives and present to internal audiences
• Coordinate executive visits in partnership with the Public Affairs team
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments
• Support the Public Affairs teams strategic direction
• Ensure compliance with applicable lobbying disclosure rules and regulations

Qualifications

Youll likely have the following qualifications to succeed in this role:

• Relevant experience in government relations, public affairs, or a related field
• Demonstrated interest in financial regulatory, economic and geopolitical issues
• Prior experience managing or supporting a federal political action committee
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, suitable for executive-level audiences
• Prior government or Capitol Hill experience is desirable but not required
• Ability to produce concise, accurate and technical written materials, sometimes on very short deadlines

• Proficiency in desktop publishing, word processing and newsletter programs such as Adobe InDesign, Canva, Microsoft Publisher
• Sound judgement, discretion and confidentiality, with the tact and diplomatic skills to represent the function effectively and step in for a manager when needed

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBCs engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. Youll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

The final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and a number of variables, including but not limited to, role responsibilities, skill set, depth of experience and education, licensing/certification requirements, internal relativity, and specific work location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.