Government Affairs Manager

The Florida Group; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Group in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Government Affairs Manager to monitor legislative developments, analyze impacts, and advise on strategic responses. You will develop advocacy plans, cultivate relationships with elected officials and agency staff, and coordinate coalitions aligned with client objectives.

Daily duties include drafting policy briefs, preparing talking points and presentations, organizing meetings and events, and representing clients in hearings and public forums.

Qualifications

• Experience with legislative and regulatory processes.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret policy issues and data-informed strategies.
• Clear writing, public speaking, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Experience building and managing relationships with public officials, agencies, advocacy groups, and business partners.
• Knowledge of Florida state and local government structures, procedures and political dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise on strategic responses.
• Develop and execute advocacy plans and coalitions aligned with client objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, agency staff, and key stakeholders.
• Draft policy briefs, talking points, and presentations; organize meetings and events.
• Represent clients in hearings, forums, and other public settings; report progress with internal teams.

Skills

Governmental Affairs

Analytical Skills

Public Affairs

Stakeholder Engagement

Relationship Building

Policy Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy/Political Science/Law/Communications/Business

Job description

Company Description

The Florida Group (TFG) is a full-service government relations and business development firm that helps clients influence public policy and expand business opportunities. With one of the largest advocacy teams in the state, TFG brings decades of experience in state, local, and federal government relations and new business development. The firm offers strategic planning, coalition building, advocacy services, and targeted communication with key decision-makers. TFG has played a significant role in shaping public policy in Florida and beyond, emphasizing collaborative partnerships with clients. The firm maintains offices and advocates in Jacksonville and Tallahassee to support clients across Florida and other regions.

Role Description

The Government Affairs Manager is a full-time, on-site position based in Jacksonville, FL. This role is responsible for monitoring legislative and regulatory developments, analyzing their impact on clients, and advising on strategic responses. The Government Affairs Manager will develop and execute advocacy plans, build and maintain relationships with elected officials, agency staff, and key stakeholders, and coordinate coalition activities aligned with client objectives. Daily responsibilities include drafting policy briefs and client updates, preparing talking points and presentations, organizing and attending meetings and events, and representing clients in hearings, forums, and other public settings. The role also involves close collaboration with internal team members to ensure consistent communication, timely reporting, and effective alignment with client goals.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Governmental Affairs and Government Relations, including experience with legislative and regulatory processes.
• Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills to interpret complex policy issues, assess impacts, and recommend data-informed strategies.
• Candidates should possess advanced Communication and Public Affairs skills, including clear writing, public speaking, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience building and managing relationships with public officials, agencies, advocacy groups, and business partners is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Florida state and local government structures, procedures, and political dynamics is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Communications, Business, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work collaboratively in a team environment, and maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations.
• Willingness to work on-site in Jacksonville, FL and travel in-state as needed for meetings, events, and legislative sessions.