Government Relations and Payments Strategy Analyst

Description & Requirements

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At Jack Henry, we’re more than a technology company, we’re a force for good in financial services. We’re redefining how community banks and credit unions connect with the people they serve. Our mission is rooted in people-inspired innovation, empowering financial institutions to deliver seamless, secure, and human-centered experiences. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that are paving the way for the next generation of digital banking and payments, but our true impact begins with our associates. If you're ready to help transform an industry and grow with a company that values purpose, collaboration, and excellence then we’d love to meet you. As regulations continue to evolve across tokenized money, open banking, artificial intelligence, payments modernization, and cybersecurity, the Government Relations and Payments Strategy Analyst serves as a vital bridge between public policy makers and Jack Henry’s product and executive leadership teams. You will proactively identify regulatory risks and opportunities, craft legislative positions, and advocate for policy frameworks that support community financial institutions and fintech innovation. Acting independently, this role will serve as an advocate for clients and the industry at large both at the federal and state levels. This role also provides strategic product guidance and advisory support to business units, financial institutions, fintechs, partners, vendors, and other internal and external stakeholders. As a subject matter expert, the analyst applies deep industry knowledge to resolve complex issues, influence product strategy, and support the development of future products, technologies, and concepts. The role exercises significant discretion in determining objectives and approaches for critical initiatives and may represent the organization through external speaking engagements and appearances before legislative bodies, regulatory agencies and industry trade groups This is a remote role, but residency in Washington, D.C. is a plus. This position is ineligible for immigration sponsorship and support. Please do not apply if at any time you will need immigration support now or in the future (i.e., H-1B, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). All positions, regardless of location, may require an onsite interview or in-person onboarding requirement to verify your identity.    What you’ll be responsible for: Developing legislative and regulatory policy priorities at federal and state levels. Developing policy and educational resources to help community and regional financial-institution clients navigate shifting compliance and regulatory landscapes. Representing the company’s strategic interests before key legislative bodies, regulatory agencies and industry trade groups. Tracking, analyzing, and interpreting proposed legislation and regulatory rulemakings affecting financial technology, core processing, real-time payments, tokenized money, open banking/data privacy, and AI governance. Translating complex policy proposals into actionable business intelligence for internal stakeholders and product leaders. Partnering closely with corporate leadership and General Counsel to align public policy initiatives with enterprise strategy. Drafting policy briefs, white papers, comment letters, and testimony for executive leadership. Providing strategic product leadership by identifying product gaps, evaluating new solutions, vendors, partners, and fintech opportunities, and recommending enhancements to support business objectives. Developing and influencing product roadmaps by assessing industry trends, regulatory changes, partner capabilities, and their impacts on products, revenue, and market positioning. Leading strategic engagement with financial institutions, fintechs, partners, and stakeholders to gather feedback, align priorities, and drive action plans that address customer needs.