Junior Policy Analyst - Policy Research & Insights

FiscalNote; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FiscalNote is seeking a Policy Analyst to join our Professional Services team, supporting a portfolio of clients across issue areas. You will produce high-quality analytical work and translate complex policy into actionable insights, while embracing AI-assisted workflows to improve efficiency and output quality.

We look for curiosity, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant professional experience in policy research, government, consulting, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex policy analysis in clear, Audience-appropriate formats.
• Ability to manage multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• A strong interest in the intersection of politics, policy, and technology.
• A Bachelor’s degree in political science, government, economics, public policy, or a related subject.
• Experience using data to support analysis and communicate targeted, concise insights.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to learn new tools and workflows quickly.
• Comfort working alongside AI-assisted tools and a willingness to adopt new workflows that improve speed and quality.

Responsibilities

• Independently produce accurate, on-time policy analysis for assigned jurisdictions or issue areas, covering federal, state, and local developments.
• Deliver recurring written outputs—summaries, trackers, reports, and briefings—that meet quality standards with guidance from senior team members.
• Demonstrate reliable use of FiscalNote tools, data sources, and standard delivery workflows to execute client work efficiently.
• Apply feedback consistently to improve accuracy, structure, and clarity of your work across deliverables; manage workload across deadlines.
• Join client calls and meetings to support senior team members in managing client relationships and communicating on project status.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and in internal discussions, using established formats and templates.

Skills

Policy analysis

Writing

Communication

Time management

Team player

AI workflows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in political science/government/public policy

Job description

FiscalNote is seeking a Policy Analyst to join our Professional Services team, supporting a portfolio of clients across issue areas. You will produce high-quality analytical work and translate complex policy into actionable insights, while embracing AI-assisted workflows to improve efficiency and output quality.

We look for curiosity, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.