Policy and Government Affairs Lead

“The only thing wrong with democratic process is the failure to use it.”

-Seymour Graubard

From the founding of the national banking system to today’s fintech innovations, politics and finance have been intricately connected. From the creation of the national banking system to today’s fintech revolution, the rules that govern financial services don’t just emerge from the market; they are shaped by policymakers, regulators, and the voices that engage with them.

At Mercury, we enable ambitious companies to operate at their highest level, with banking* and credit cards engineered for the startup journey. A key part of fulfilling this mission is navigating the ever-evolving political and regulatory landscape.

That’s why we’re looking for a Policy and Government Affairs Manager to help us navigate and shape these discussions, advocating for smart, innovation-friendly fintech policy and ensuring that the needs of startups and entrepreneurs—our customers—are represented in policy conversations. Startups are the backbone of the modern economy, but too often, policy is constructed with incumbents in mind, making it harder for ambitious founders to access the tools they need to scale. We want to change that.

In this role, you’ll work alongside our Head of Policy and Government Affairs to track key legislative and regulatory developments, engage with policymakers, and champion policies that both enable fintech innovation and empower startups to grow.

If you believe that the best way to shape the future is to be part of the conversation, and if you’re eager to ensure that both fintech companies and the startups they serve have a voice in Washington and beyond—this is your chance.

*Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust, Members FDIC.

What You’ll Do:

• Be Mercury’s eyes and ears in the Policy world. Track policy and regulatory changes that impact fintech and startups, and turn insights into action.
• Build relationships that matter. Connect with regulators, lawmakers, and industry groups to make sure Mercury has a voice in key conversations.
• Advocate for innovation. Represent Mercury at meetings, conferences, and events—pushing for policies that support fintech and the startups we serve.
• Craft our policy story. Help shape Mercury’s stance on key issues and communicate …