Financial Services/Banking Policy Analyst, Vice President at Next City

Height Capital Markets is an investment bank with headquarters in Washington, DC, providing specialized policy and regulatory research. Height is seeking a Vice President/Financial Policy Analyst to join our research team. The ideal candidate has:

1. 2-5 years of experience in banking policy or regulation including Congress or the executive agencies
2. Knowledge of legislation and policy related to financial institutions, banking, and capital markets and familiarity with relevant Congressional committees and regulatory bodies including CFPB, SEC, FDIC, CFTC, FHFA, etc.
3. Strong relationships in Washington’s policy, legal, or political communities, especially related to financial services and regulatory matters
4. Experience working in markets including a Series 7 or other FINRA registrations is a major plus
5. Can quickly digest and offer intelligent analysis of ongoing developments and new information
6. Has above-average writing and communication skills
7. Is a team-oriented individual who can take ownership of their work product

Knowledge and experience in the below policy areas is a plus:

1. GSE’s (Fannie/Freddie)
2. CFPB Policy (overdraft fees)
3. Consumer Lending (Student/Payday/Auto/Personal Loans)
4. Mortgage Finance (mortgage servicers, housing finance reform, mortgage insurance, etc.)
5. Security Exchanges
6. Regional/Community Banks
7. Cannabis Banking
8. Crypto
9. Tax & Trade

The Financial Policy Analyst will work directly with and be able to learn from Height’s Director of Research. The Analyst will conduct open-source research, provide written policy updates and analysis, attend hearings and events, and eventually interact with clients on a regular basis. This position is ideal for someone with a policy or quantitative background looking to strengthen their analytical skill set.

Salary and Benefits

1. $85,000-$140,000 annual salary plus bonus, depending on candidate experience
2. Multiple medical insurance plan options with Height paying 75% of monthly premium cost as long as it’s financially feasible for the company
3. Dental, Vision, and Long-Term Disability Insurance with Height paying 100% of the monthly premium for Dental and Long-Term Disability as long as it’s financially feasible for the company
4. 401(K) with up to a 4% employer match
5. $50 per month cell phone allowance
6. Pre-tax parking benefits, transit benefits, and dependent care benefits

Height is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability or medical condition, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.