Government Affairs Manager

The Florida Group; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO

Cell phone reimbursement

Charitable giving allowance

Health and wellness allowance

100% employer covered health/dental/vi

Job summary

The Florida Group is seeking a Government Affairs Manager for a full-time, on-site role based in Jacksonville, FL or Tallahassee, FL. Travel to service clients is required.

You will monitor legislation, analyze policy impacts, and advise clients on effective advocacy strategies while building relationships with government officials and stakeholders. Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, preparing briefs and reports, and supporting coalition-building and strategic work plans in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, law, business, or related field.
• Experience navigating state and local policy environments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess impact on client interests.
• Advise on effective advocacy strategies and coalition-building efforts.
• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, public agencies, and stakeholder organizations.
• Coordinate and attend meetings, hearings, and events relevant to clients’ policy goals.
• Prepare policy briefs, reports, and presentations; support strategic work plans with teams and clients.

Skills

Governmental Affairs

Analytical Skills

Communication

Public Policy

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, law, business, or related field

Job 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. The firm’s advocacy team is among the best in Florida, with decades of experience at the state, local, and federal levels. TFG provides strategic consulting, including policy development, coalition building, advocacy services, and targeted communication with key decision-makers. The organization emphasizes partnership with clients, encouraging collaborative work to achieve shared goals. TFG maintains offices and advocates in Jacksonville and Tallahassee, supporting clients in Florida and beyond.

Role Description

The Government Affairs Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Jacksonville, FL or Tallahassee FL, with travel required as needed to service clients. This position is responsible for monitoring legislative and regulatory developments, analyzing their impact on client interests, and advising on effective advocacy strategies. The role involves building and maintaining relationships with government officials, public agencies, and stakeholder organizations, as well as coordinating and attending meetings, hearings, and events relevant to clients’ policy goals. The Government Affairs Manager will prepare policy briefs, reports, and presentations, and support the design and implementation of strategic work plans and coalition-building efforts. The position also requires collaborating closely with internal team members and clients to ensure timely communication and alignment on priorities.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Governmental Affairs and Government Relations, with experience navigating state and local policy environments.
• Demonstrated Analytical Skills, including the ability to interpret legislation, regulations, and complex policy issues.
• Excellent Communication capabilities, including clear written and verbal communication and the ability to present to diverse audiences.
• Background in Public Affairs, including stakeholder engagement, coalition building, and advocacy initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, law, business, or a related field; advanced degree is beneficial.
• Experience working with or within government agencies, legislative offices, or public policy organizations is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling sensitive information and client matters.

Benefits and Perks

Competitive PTO, Cell phone reimbursement, Charitable giving allowance, Health and wellness allowance. 100% employer covered health/dental/vision for employee family. 401(k) matching, parental leave, work from home opportunities available.