Government Affairs & Public Policy Specialist

Company: Notarize
Location: Washington
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Proof is the worlds first identity-assured transaction management platform and we are on a mission to digitize trust for all of life’s most critical transactions. Developed by the same market leaders and experts who brought notarization online with Notarize?, Proof offers trust in a digital world by verifying identities and securing transactions to protect businesses and their customers. Since 2015, we’ve completed many of the world’s first digital commerce transactions, including the first online real estate closing, online mortgage closing, online auto sale, and online will and were still just getting started! We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Government Affairs & Public Policy Specialist to join our remote Government Affairs team. This role offers the chance to shape identity policy across financial services, real estate, insurance, healthcare, and auto. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in state government affairs, a deep understanding of emerging technology policy, and a passion for advancing the adoption and regulation of identity verification, digital credentials, and fraud prevention. Youll report directly to Proof’s Head of Public Policy and work closely with our Legal, Product, Marketing, and Communications teams. This role is ideal for candidates seeking meaningful, hands-on experience in state government affairs at a tech company with an expansive vision for the future of digital identity. As our Government Affairs & Public Policy Specialist, you will: Monitor and analyze state government policies, regulations, and legislation related to identity verification, digital identity, remote online notarization, digital credentials, and financial services compliance to assess their impact on Proofs goals and operations. Manage Proofs network of state government affairs consultants across all 50 states, coordinating strategy and ensuring consistent execution of advocacy priorities. Provide strategic guidance on government affairs initiatives, including identifying key stakeholders, developing messaging, and crafting advocacy strategies that advance Proofs policy priorities. Build and maintain relationships with state legislators, regulators, governors offices, industry associations, and other relevant stakeholders to advocate for Proofs interests and contribute to policy development. Represent Proof at state legislative hearings, regulatory proceedings, and industry events to communicate Proofs positions and advance policy outcomes. Coordinate with counterparts at peer companies and industry coalitions to build effective partnerships on shared policy priorities related to digital identity and financial services. Conduct research and analysis on political, regulatory, and market trends to identify opportunities and challenges affecting digital identity, identity verification, fraud prevention, and financial services policy. Prepare legislative testimony, comment letters, briefings, presentations, and other materials to communicate policy analysis, recommendations, and outcomes to internal stakeholders, senior leadership, and external partners. Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, product, community outreach, and communications teams to align government affairs efforts with organizational goals. Stay informed about changes in regulations, legislation, and the political landscape that may impact Proof, and provide timely updates and recommendations to stakeholders. What were looking for - required: Bachelors degree, preferably in political science, public policy, government relations, or a related field 2-4 years of professional experience in state government affairs, public policy, or government relations Experience working in state government (legislative or executive branch) AND/OR managing a state, region, or policy portfolio for a company, trade association, or advocacy organization Strong understanding of state legislative and regulatory processes, including direct engagement strategies, coalition building, and stakeholder management Demonstrated ability to manage external consultants and coordinate multi-state advocacy efforts Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft testimony, comment letters, and policy briefs, and to distill complex policy issues for diverse audiences Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across jurisdictions simultaneously Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in policy analysis, research, and reporting Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote environment and adapt to shifting priorities Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including regular travel to state capitals and industry events What were looking for - nice to have: Experience in technology policy, fintech, or a related emerging technology sectorKnowledge of identity verification, digital identity, digital credentials, remote online notarization, or financial services regulatory frameworks Familiarity with adjacent policy areas such as KYC/AML compliance, privacy, data security, fraud prevention, or consumer protection Existing relationships with state policymakers, regulators, or relevant industry associations Experience building and participating in industry coalitions on policy issues Experience providing strategic counsel to senior leadership on government affairs matters Our Proof Pillars: Pave the Way: When obstacles arise, we break through barriers with passion and perseverance. We lead with creativity and forward-thinking. We aim to set new standards and shape the future in a repeatable, scalable way so the path to success is easier for our team to follow. Own It: We embrace the responsibility that comes with supporting lifes most important transactions. When a problem arises we relentlessly pursue the solution with a Yes before no attitude. Because every problem and every transaction is treated like its our own. Act with Integrity: We are in the business of building trust and it is at the core of everything we do. We are honest and transparent with our customers, each other and ourselves. If we make a mistake, we own up to it right away and do what it takes to make it right. Our dedication to security and compliance is key to earning trust, fighting fraud and ultimately, our success. Play to Win: We believe excellence is about always striving to be better so when we get it wrong, we iterate, we learn and we grow. We know we can only go so far alone, were better together and collectively, we win! Some of our great benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits Life insurance, long and short-term disability coverage 401k Plan with a 4% match, beginning on your hire date Unlimited Sick and Vacation time 14 paid company holidays 2 company Chillax weeks (Summer & Winter) 12 weeks of paid parental leave 4 week sabbatical after 5 years of continuous full time employment Health Reimbursement Arrangements for fertility and gender affirmation Lunch on Proof through Grubhub credit Monthly work from home stipend Professional development credit Monthly reimbursement for Wellness And more! $95,000 - $110,000 a year This is the expected total cash compensation range for this position. The salary offered within this range will be determined based on factors including but not limited to skills, qualifications, experience and location. The total compensation package for this role includes base pay, the benefits listed above, and equity. This job will be posted and accepting applications through January 2, 2026. Proof uses Identify, our identity verification tool, to confirm that individuals engaging with Proof at any stage correspond to a real identity. It’s a quick security step that helps keep the process safe for everyone. Identify is used solely for identity verification and fraud prevention and is not used to assess employment eligibility or qualifications. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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