Federal Policy & Advocacy Strategist - Hybrid/DC

Arnold & Porter; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Arnold & Porter seeks an experienced Policy Advisor in Washington, DC to lead federal legislative and regulatory advocacy for a diverse client base. You will develop strategic plans, supervise teams, and coordinate with attorneys and clients in a dynamic, results-driven environment.

The role emphasizes deep federal policy navigation, multi-issue expertise, and strong communication skills, with a hybrid DC office schedule and potential for discretionary bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of eight years of experience in Congress, an Executive Branch department or agency, or government relations for a nonprofit or for-profit organization, trade association, or interest group.
• Strong knowledge of the federal legislative and regulatory process.
• Demonstrated expertise in two or more policy areas: appropriations, education, energy/environmental, national defense, tax, technology, or trade policy.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic advocacy plans.
• Experience managing junior-level staff and leading client-service teams.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on federal legislative, regulatory, and public-policy matters.
• Develop and execute strategic advocacy plans tailored to client objectives.
• Lead client-service teams on discrete policy issues and advocacy initiatives.
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate developments in relevant policy areas.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, policy professionals, and clients in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage and mentor junior-level staff, as appropriate.
• Produce clear, accurate, and high-quality written work products.
• Register on behalf of firm clients, as required, under the Lobbying Disclosure Act and the Foreign Agents Registration Act.

Skills

Congress experience

Regulatory process

Advocacy planning

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Arnold & Porter seeks an experienced Policy Advisor in Washington, DC to lead federal legislative and regulatory advocacy for a diverse client base. You will develop strategic plans, supervise teams, and coordinate with attorneys and clients in a dynamic, results-driven environment.

The role emphasizes deep federal policy navigation, multi-issue expertise, and strong communication skills, with a hybrid DC office schedule and potential for discretionary bonuses.