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Government Affairs Principal or Attorney
Location: Washington, DC (In-Office / Hybrid)
Compensation: Highly Competitive Base + Origination Incentives & Full Benefits (Commensurate with Experience)
The Opportunity
Are you a well-connected political strategist or policy attorney who thrives on the front lines of federal decision-making? My premier client is looking for a high-impact, entrepreneurial leader to step into a senior-level role within its thriving Washington, DC Government Affairs practice.
This isn't a role for someone who wants to sit on the sidelines. We are looking for a mover and shaker with deep, current relationships in the executive branch and the Congressional majority who can immediately leverage their network to champion client interests. If you have the political capital to navigate the current federal landscape and the drive to help expand a dynamic, bipartisan national platform, this is your next major career move.
What You Will Do
Drive Strategic Advocacy: Serve as a senior strategist and champion for a diverse roster of clients across the legislative and executive branches.
Craft Winning Content: Roll up your sleeves to produce high-level policy memos, legislative analyses, strategy blueprints, and regulatory briefing reports.
Accelerate Growth: Actively identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities while expanding existing client engagements.
Collaborate Nationwide: Partner seamlessly with legal and policy professionals across nine regional offices to provide integrated, full-service solutions.
Deliver Intelligence: Monitor fast-moving legislative developments in high-stakes sectors like energy, defense, healthcare, and technology to provide clients with actionable insights.
What You Bring
Deep Political Capital: Direct, established, and active working relationships within the current administration, key executive agencies, and the Congressional majority (including leadership and committee staff).
Proven Track Record: A minimum of 5 years of substantive experience on Capitol Hill, within the executive branch, or leading high-profile political advocacy and campaigns.
Business Development Fire: A demonstrated ability to convert professional relationships into thriving client partnerships and expand firm footprint.
Exceptional Execution: Top-tier writing and analytical skills, with a reputation for being a hands-on contributor who delivers flawless work products.
Preferred Qualifications
Legal Credentials: A J.D. and active state bar admission are highly preferred and will expand your scope of client service.
Bipartisan Fluency: Comfort operating across the aisle in a collaborative, bipartisan team environment.
Sector Focus: Familiarity with high-priority sectors such as infrastructure, trade, technology, manufacturing, financial services, or defense.
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