Senior Policy Specialist - Graham Inc.
Washington, DC 20001-3743
About the Job
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Senior Policy Specialist
Status: Direct Hire
Location: Washington, DC
*Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal*
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
This opportunity is for work inside of a world-class law firm with 15 offices world-wide including 10 in the United States. If you are a polished professional with the skills described, demonstrating dependability and long tenure in your previous roles, as well as a willingness to work well with a positive attitude, we encourage you to apply for this role within this highly reputable firm.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience working in Congress, an Executive branch department or agency, an association, interest group, or company in the government relations field. Experience working on technology, education, appropriations, and transportation is preferred but not required, though this position will work a majority of the time in these policy sectors.
The Legislative and Public Policy Practice Group is Chambers-rated as one of the top legislative practices at a national law firm. The Legislative and Public Policy Practice Group is comprised of approximately 35 people and works in a high-energy, fast-paced environment that rewards initiative and teamwork in the pursuit of quality client service. The Legislative and Public Policy Practice Group advocates for clients before the United States Congress and the departments and agencies of the Executive branch. All professionals in this group are registered lobbyists and include Executive branch political appointees and a bipartisan group of congressional staff alumni. The primary focus of the group is on Congressional and regulatory advocacy on topics including appropriations, defense, education, environmental and energy, financial services, foreign relations, healthcare and life sciences, tax, technology and telecommunications, trade, and transportation. Clients include globally recognized brands, Fortune 500 companies, innovative start-ups, leading associations, healthcare systems, educational institutions, units of local government, foreign governments, and coalitions.
Qualifications:
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Position: Senior Policy Specialist
Status: Direct Hire
Location: Washington, DC
*Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal*
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
This opportunity is for work inside of a world-class law firm with 15 offices world-wide including 10 in the United States. If you are a polished professional with the skills described, demonstrating dependability and long tenure in your previous roles, as well as a willingness to work well with a positive attitude, we encourage you to apply for this role within this highly reputable firm.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience working in Congress, an Executive branch department or agency, an association, interest group, or company in the government relations field. Experience working on technology, education, appropriations, and transportation is preferred but not required, though this position will work a majority of the time in these policy sectors.
The Legislative and Public Policy Practice Group is Chambers-rated as one of the top legislative practices at a national law firm. The Legislative and Public Policy Practice Group is comprised of approximately 35 people and works in a high-energy, fast-paced environment that rewards initiative and teamwork in the pursuit of quality client service. The Legislative and Public Policy Practice Group advocates for clients before the United States Congress and the departments and agencies of the Executive branch. All professionals in this group are registered lobbyists and include Executive branch political appointees and a bipartisan group of congressional staff alumni. The primary focus of the group is on Congressional and regulatory advocacy on topics including appropriations, defense, education, environmental and energy, financial services, foreign relations, healthcare and life sciences, tax, technology and telecommunications, trade, and transportation. Clients include globally recognized brands, Fortune 500 companies, innovative start-ups, leading associations, healthcare systems, educational institutions, units of local government, foreign governments, and coalitions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Minimum of three years of experience working in Congress, the Executive branch, at a trade association, interest group, or for a corporation in government relations.
- Well-versed in the federal legislative process.
- Demonstrates strategic focus, self-motivation, and a drive to action.
- Ability to work independently as well as on a team.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, in oral and written form.
- Exhibit significant attention to detail and produce high-quality deliverables.
- Must possess good judgment and decision-making skills.
- Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Willing to be registered for firm clients under the Lobbying Disclosure Act.
- This position routinely utilizes standard office equipment such as laptops, computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, in a home office as well as an in-person office environment.
- Ability to lift/move up to 20 pounds.
- This position is generally performed in a professional office setting; 70% sitting, 20% standing, and 10% walking.
- The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a qualifying disability to perform the essential functions.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Source : Graham Inc.
