Senior Manager Regulatory Affairs
Top Benefits
About the role
Momentum Financial Services is a leading provider of financial services in North America. For 40 years, we've been committed to providing financial solutions that meet the evolving needs of consumers and business owners. Through our retail network of over 400 locations, known as Money Mart and The Check Cashing Store, we provide access to cash and related products to help our customers achieve their goals.
Our highly skilled workforce puts customers first in everything we do. We serve 2 million people annually with diverse and innovative financial products such as loans, cheque cashing, money transfer and prepaid cards. Through this ever-evolving suite of services, we empower customers to manage their finances and improve their lives. Wherever customers are on their financial journey, Momentum Financial Services Group provides solutions.
Momentum Financial Services Group is a leading provider of financial services in North America. For 40 years, we've been committed to providing financial solutions to support the evolving needs of consumers and business owners. With 400+ retail branches under the Money Mart® brand (Canada and US) and The Check Cashing Store® (US), we empower our customers through quick access to cash and other financial services. Our highly skilled workforce puts customers first in everything we do. We serve 2 million people annually with financial products such as loans, cheque cashing, money transfer and prepaid cards.
GENERAL FUNCTION/ROLE SUMMARY We are seeking a politically astute and experienced Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs to lead and coordinate our legislative, regulatory, and policy advocacy efforts in Canada and the U.S. The ideal candidate understands the dynamics of government policy towards consumer lending and money service businesses, possesses sharp political judgment, and can operate in both offensive and defensive strategic modes.
You will serve as a key link between external policy developments and internal business strategy—providing critical insight and managing stakeholder relationships that shape the legal and reputational environment in which Momentum operates.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Proactively monitor proposed federal, provincial, and state legislation, regulations, and political developments that may impact Momentum's business in Canada and the U.S.
- Maintain a structured, forward-looking tracker and develop alerts, summaries, and strategic assessments for executive leadership and business colleagues.
- Identify emerging risks and opportunities for policy innovation and advocacy.
- Draft and deliver comment letters, position papers, legislative briefings, and consultation submissions.
- Advise senior leaders and internal teams (Legal, Compliance, Risk, Product, Communications) on policy developments and strategic positioning.
- Support risk management, business planning and market entry/exit decisions with policy and regulatory insight.
- Coordinate internal messaging and escalation on politically sensitive or high-risk issues.
- Manage relationships, coordinate and attend meetings with legislators, government officials, and regulators.
- Represent the company in trade associations and industry working groups.
- Manage compliance with lobbying registration and reporting rules in applicable jurisdictions.
- Oversee external consultants, lobbyists, and legal advisors to ensure efficient and compliant operations.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or related field.
EXPERIENCE
- 5–8 years of experience in government relations, public policy, law, or regulatory affairs—preferably in a consumer finance, fintech, or regulated services environment.
- Canada and U.S. policy experience highly preferred.
SKILLS
- In-depth knowledge of Canadian and U.S. legislative and regulatory processes.
- Strong understanding of political and reputational dynamics in consumer lending, including issues related to interest rate caps, credit access, consumer protection, and enforcement regimes.
- Strong understanding of political and reputational dynamics for money service businesses, including issues related to anti-money laundering, anti-terrorist financing, and sanctions compliance regimes.
- Excellent writing, research, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to build and sustain relationships across government, industry, and internal stakeholders.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with high visibility and legal/regulatory exposure.
- High integrity, discretion, and political acumen.
We are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
- Notice to Ontario Applicants – Momentum Financial Services Group is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment, and selection process. If you are selected for an interview, please notify Momentum Financial Services Group if you require accommodation in respect of the materials or procedures used at any time during this process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to determine how to meet your needs.
Note to Internal Applicants: All internal applicants are required to notify current manager regarding interest in applying for this role.
About Momentum Financial Services Group
For over 40 years, Momentum Financial Services Group has been committed to providing financial solutions that meet the evolving needs of the consumers and business owners in our communities. We rely on our large retail network to provide our customers with diverse financial products such as loans, check cashing, money transfers, and prepaid cards.
We are a financial services company that began with the belief of putting people first. From the moment we first opened our doors to the company we are today – we have always stood by our goal to set the highest standards for customer service, convenience, and quality financial products and services.
As the word momentum implies, we want to help our customers get where they need to be. It starts with a moment – an emergency happens, an opportunity arises – and ends, not with an installment loan, but with a way to get back to work or take that next step towards the future. We believe in our customers, and we're here to provide them with a little momentum to build their positive future.
Since we opened our doors in 1979, our goal has been to empower customers to manage their finances and reach their financial goals. We understand that a loan isn't just a loan – it's momentum to achieve a positive future.
We believe in giving back to the communities where we live and work. We proudly contribute over $250,000 annually to charities and non-profit organizations, along with using our time and talent to serve in our local communities throughout Canada and the United States.
Momentum Financial Services Group is a team of more than 2,000 people serving customers throughout Canada and the United States. Our employees' personal and professional goals are important to us. As a result, we offer training programs, competitive benefits packages, personal incentives, and other exciting perks. Visit our corporate website, www.mfsg.com, to learn more about our company and products.
Senior Manager Regulatory Affairs
Top Benefits
About the role
Momentum Financial Services is a leading provider of financial services in North America. For 40 years, we've been committed to providing financial solutions that meet the evolving needs of consumers and business owners. Through our retail network of over 400 locations, known as Money Mart and The Check Cashing Store, we provide access to cash and related products to help our customers achieve their goals.
Our highly skilled workforce puts customers first in everything we do. We serve 2 million people annually with diverse and innovative financial products such as loans, cheque cashing, money transfer and prepaid cards. Through this ever-evolving suite of services, we empower customers to manage their finances and improve their lives. Wherever customers are on their financial journey, Momentum Financial Services Group provides solutions.
Momentum Financial Services Group is a leading provider of financial services in North America. For 40 years, we've been committed to providing financial solutions to support the evolving needs of consumers and business owners. With 400+ retail branches under the Money Mart® brand (Canada and US) and The Check Cashing Store® (US), we empower our customers through quick access to cash and other financial services. Our highly skilled workforce puts customers first in everything we do. We serve 2 million people annually with financial products such as loans, cheque cashing, money transfer and prepaid cards.
GENERAL FUNCTION/ROLE SUMMARY We are seeking a politically astute and experienced Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs to lead and coordinate our legislative, regulatory, and policy advocacy efforts in Canada and the U.S. The ideal candidate understands the dynamics of government policy towards consumer lending and money service businesses, possesses sharp political judgment, and can operate in both offensive and defensive strategic modes.
You will serve as a key link between external policy developments and internal business strategy—providing critical insight and managing stakeholder relationships that shape the legal and reputational environment in which Momentum operates.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Proactively monitor proposed federal, provincial, and state legislation, regulations, and political developments that may impact Momentum's business in Canada and the U.S.
- Maintain a structured, forward-looking tracker and develop alerts, summaries, and strategic assessments for executive leadership and business colleagues.
- Identify emerging risks and opportunities for policy innovation and advocacy.
- Draft and deliver comment letters, position papers, legislative briefings, and consultation submissions.
- Advise senior leaders and internal teams (Legal, Compliance, Risk, Product, Communications) on policy developments and strategic positioning.
- Support risk management, business planning and market entry/exit decisions with policy and regulatory insight.
- Coordinate internal messaging and escalation on politically sensitive or high-risk issues.
- Manage relationships, coordinate and attend meetings with legislators, government officials, and regulators.
- Represent the company in trade associations and industry working groups.
- Manage compliance with lobbying registration and reporting rules in applicable jurisdictions.
- Oversee external consultants, lobbyists, and legal advisors to ensure efficient and compliant operations.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or related field.
EXPERIENCE
- 5–8 years of experience in government relations, public policy, law, or regulatory affairs—preferably in a consumer finance, fintech, or regulated services environment.
- Canada and U.S. policy experience highly preferred.
SKILLS
- In-depth knowledge of Canadian and U.S. legislative and regulatory processes.
- Strong understanding of political and reputational dynamics in consumer lending, including issues related to interest rate caps, credit access, consumer protection, and enforcement regimes.
- Strong understanding of political and reputational dynamics for money service businesses, including issues related to anti-money laundering, anti-terrorist financing, and sanctions compliance regimes.
- Excellent writing, research, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to build and sustain relationships across government, industry, and internal stakeholders.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with high visibility and legal/regulatory exposure.
- High integrity, discretion, and political acumen.
We are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
- Notice to Ontario Applicants – Momentum Financial Services Group is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment, and selection process. If you are selected for an interview, please notify Momentum Financial Services Group if you require accommodation in respect of the materials or procedures used at any time during this process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to determine how to meet your needs.
Note to Internal Applicants: All internal applicants are required to notify current manager regarding interest in applying for this role.
About Momentum Financial Services Group
For over 40 years, Momentum Financial Services Group has been committed to providing financial solutions that meet the evolving needs of the consumers and business owners in our communities. We rely on our large retail network to provide our customers with diverse financial products such as loans, check cashing, money transfers, and prepaid cards.
We are a financial services company that began with the belief of putting people first. From the moment we first opened our doors to the company we are today – we have always stood by our goal to set the highest standards for customer service, convenience, and quality financial products and services.
As the word momentum implies, we want to help our customers get where they need to be. It starts with a moment – an emergency happens, an opportunity arises – and ends, not with an installment loan, but with a way to get back to work or take that next step towards the future. We believe in our customers, and we're here to provide them with a little momentum to build their positive future.
Since we opened our doors in 1979, our goal has been to empower customers to manage their finances and reach their financial goals. We understand that a loan isn't just a loan – it's momentum to achieve a positive future.
We believe in giving back to the communities where we live and work. We proudly contribute over $250,000 annually to charities and non-profit organizations, along with using our time and talent to serve in our local communities throughout Canada and the United States.
Momentum Financial Services Group is a team of more than 2,000 people serving customers throughout Canada and the United States. Our employees' personal and professional goals are important to us. As a result, we offer training programs, competitive benefits packages, personal incentives, and other exciting perks. Visit our corporate website, www.mfsg.com, to learn more about our company and products.