Senior Innovation Policy Specialist (Financial Services Specialist 2 (Policy Analysis), SG-23)
Financial Services, Department of · New York · New York
- Role
- Policy analyst
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Closes
- Oct 19, 2026
- Salary
- $90,582 to $114,585 annually, plus potential $4,150 annual downstate adjustment
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Summary
The New York State Department of Financial Services seeks a Senior Innovation Policy Specialist to help shape and execute its Innovation Policy agenda, which focuses on bridging the gap between innovative financial-services companies and existing financial regulations. The role involves qualitative and quantitative research on fintech, insurtech, and regtech; policy analysis and development; managing projects across the Innovation Policy Unit; and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. The position is based in New York City and reports to senior leadership.
Key qualifications
- Seven years of specialized experience in research, planning, administration, and/or analysis of policies affecting regulated financial services entities
- Research and analysis of State and federal statutes and regulations and their effects on financial services business activities
- Expertise in emerging innovation policy issues including artificial intelligence, data privacy, fintech, insurtech, and payments
- Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to provide policy recommendations and briefings to senior leadership
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