Demo

Senior Manager, Government Affairs

First American
First American Salary
Santa Ana, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2026
Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

The Senior Manager, Government Affairs will lead advocacy efforts, monitor legislative developments, and manage political engagement activities to support the organization’s strategic priorities. This role requires deep expertise in campaign finance compliance, PAC administration, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on regulatory alignment and strategic communication.

What You'll Do:

  • Track and analyze federal and state legislation, regulatory rulemaking, and emerging policy trends impacting the organization.
  • Collaborate with Underwriting, Regulatory, and Communications teams to develop strategic policy positions and advocacy materials.
  • Lead direct advocacy efforts with elected officials, regulatory agencies, and key stakeholders to advance organizational priorities.
  • Manage donor databases, contribution records, and ensure accurate and timely reporting in compliance with FEC and state regulations.
  • Oversee planning and execution of PAC fundraising campaigns and political engagement events.
  • Process political contributions and disbursements in accordance with applicable laws and internal policies.
  • Monitor PAC financial activities and support the preparation of periodic compliance documentation and filings.
  • Coordinate logistics and communications for PAC-hosted events, political meetings, and stakeholder engagements.
  • Partner with Finance and Legal teams to ensure full compliance with PAC policies, reporting requirements, and regulatory standards.
  • Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on political engagement, advocacy opportunities, and risk mitigation.

What You'll Bring:

  • 7–10 years of experience in government affairs, PAC administration, political fundraising, or a closely related field, including demonstrated leadership in advocacy strategy and stakeholder engagement.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Strong understanding of FEC regulations and campaign finance laws, with a willingness to stay current on evolving compliance requirements.
  • Proficiency with donor management systems, CRM platforms, and political contribution tracking tools.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with advanced organizational and administrative capabilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Pay Range: $145,000.00 - $193,325.00 annually

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

  • Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

Salary : $145,000 - $193,325

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Senior Manager, Government Affairs?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Senior Manager, Government Affairs career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$186,737 - $266,649
Income Estimation: 
$219,500 - $338,205
Income Estimation: 
$92,114 - $123,357
Income Estimation: 
$134,918 - $185,223
Income Estimation: 
$186,737 - $266,649
Income Estimation: 
$219,500 - $338,205
Income Estimation: 
$136,624 - $198,182
Income Estimation: 
$186,737 - $266,649
Income Estimation: 
$134,918 - $185,223
Income Estimation: 
$182,970 - $256,890
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at First American

  • First American Oklahoma, OK
  • Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point ... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • First American Fort Mill, SC
  • Who We Are ServiceMac is a new sub-servicing entity backed by some of the leading practitioners of the mortgage servicing industry. ServiceMac is focused o... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • First American Milwaukee, WI
  • Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! As member of First American's family of companies, Mortgage Solutions provides lenders with solutions to... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • First American Newark, NJ
  • Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate ... more
  • 14 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Senior Manager, Government Affairs jobs in the Santa Ana, CA area that may be a better fit.

  • Dendreon Seal Beach, CA
  • Overview Who We Are: At Dendreon, we’re transforming the battle against cancer with personalized immunotherapy. Our flagship product, PROVENGE® (sipuleucel... more
  • 19 Days Ago

  • Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom Seal Beach, CA
  • Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking an Associate Director/Manager, Field Medical Affairs for a direct-hire position with our client, an innovation-driven ... more
  • 12 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!