Executive Assistant with Government Relations Firm

Hawthorne Lane; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government relations firm seeks an Executive Assistant to manage schedules, coordinate travel, and support business development. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience, particularly in government settings. This is an opportunity to enhance your skills in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an Executive Assistant or similar support role.
• Experience in a government or lobbying environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage executive calendars and schedules effectively.
• Organize company-wide events including receptions and fundraisers.
• Assist with business development and prepare proposals.

Skills

Calendar Management

Event Planning

Detailed Research

Business Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Executive Assistant with Government Relations Firm

Executive Assistant with Government Relations Firm

This range is provided by Hawthorne Lane. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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 success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

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