Executive Assistant

Hawthorne Lane; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading government relations firm as an Executive Assistant, where you'll manage calendars, coordinate travel, and support pivotal business development efforts. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with the Executive Team in a vibrant, policy-driven environment, requiring a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience. Enjoy competitive compensation and the chance to contribute to meaningful events while being part of a recognized 'Best in Class' firm.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Recognition as a 'Best in Class' firm

Qualifications

• Five or more years’ experience in an Executive Assistant or similar support role.
• Experience in government or lobbying environments required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize company-wide events.
• Manage the executive’s calendar and schedules effectively.
• Perform detailed research on Congressional hearings and legislation.

Skills

Calendar Management

Event Planning

Research

Business Development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

As the Executive Assistant with this government relations firm, you will be the go-to person for your team when it comes to managing calendars, coordinating travel arrangements, and planning company-wide events. In addition to managing schedules and event planning, you will work closely with the Executive Team to perform detailed research, support business development efforts, and prepare request for proposals. This is an excellent opportunity for an Executive Assistant who loves calendar management in a policy-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and organize company-wide events (receptions, fundraisers, meet and greets, etc.).
• Effectively and tactfully manage the executive’s calendar and schedules.
• Perform detailed research and position analysis on Congressional hearings and legislation.
• Assist with business development efforts and prepare presentations for request for proposals.
• Contribute and distribute a weekly newsletter and prepare real-time analytics for click-through rates.
• Support billing processes and prepare expense reports.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Nationally recognized as “Best in Class” firm.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced. You have your Bachelor’s degree and five or more years’ experience in an Executive Assistant or similar support role.
• Poised. You have a confident, polite demeanor when communicating with senior executives.
• Experience in government. Candidates with administrative experience from Capitol Hill or similar government relations, lobbying environments required.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s successis our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believein a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated againston the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.