Geopolitical Affairs - US Policy Strategist - Assistant Vice President

Job Title Geopolitical Affairs - US Policy Strategist

Corporate Title Assistant Vice President

Location New York

Overview

The Assistant Vice President of Geopolitical Affairs – US Policy at Deutsche Bank is a key role within the Global Government & Public Affairs (G&PA) team. This position focuses on monitoring and assessing US policy developments relevant to the Bank. This position reports to Erik Soderberg, U.S. Head of Government & Public Affairs and Global Head of Geopolitical Affairs.

What We Offer You

• A diverse and inclusive environment that embraces change, innovation, and collaboration

• A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, generous vacation, personal and volunteer days

• Employee Resource Groups support an inclusive workplace for everyone and promote community engagement

• Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits, retirement savings plans, parental leave, and family building benefits

• Educational resources, matching gift and volunteer programs

What You’ll Do

• Monitoring and analyzing geopolitical developments and U.S. policy issues that impact Deutsche Bank’s business and its clients, collaborating with internal subject matter experts to assess potential implications

• Preparing regular and ad hoc briefings for senior management on geopolitical events and policy topics—both global and U.S.—to ensure timely awareness across the organization

• Coordinating with internal experts to produce in-depth analyses, geopolitical risk assessments, heatmaps, and presentations for internal and external audiences

• Supporting and conducting stakeholder engagement, including preparation and follow-up for meetings, and representing the Bank at industry events and conferences

• Building and maintaining a strong network of internal and external contacts, including topic experts, industry associations, and policymakers

Skills You’ll Need

• Experience: Moderate experience in the financial sector or public affairs, with a strong preference for experience related to geopolitics

• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines

• Education: Master’s degree or equivalent qualification, or relevant work experience in financial services, politics, or law
   

Skills That Will Help You Excel

• Expertise and Interests: Strong interest in global financial services and geopolitics, with an affinity for regulation and political developments

• Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; fluent in English. Additional language skills are considered an asset. Soft skills example: excellent communication skills, both written and spoken

• background example, i.e. certifications

• Senior Interaction: Proven ability to interact confidently and effectively with senior management

• Analytical Skills: Capacity to quickly digest large volumes of information and identify key insights

Expectations
 

It is the Bank’s expectation that employees hired into this role will work in the New York office in accordance with the Bank’s hybrid working model.

Deutsche Bank provides reasonable accommodations to candidates and employees with a substantiated need based on disability and/or religion.

The salary range for this position in New York City is $100,000 to $153,000. Actual salaries may be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications. Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or any other type of remuneration.

Deutsche Bank Benefits
 

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