Legislative Assistant

Thompson Coburn LLP

Washington (District of Columbia)

Hybrid

USD 75,000 - 92,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance & ADD policies

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Profit Sharing plans

Parking/Transportation Stipend

Section 125 Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Time

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

College Savings Plan Deductions

Long Term Care

Job summary

Thompson Coburn LLP in Washington, D.C. seeks a Legislative Assistant to support the Lobbying & Policy group. Under the Legislative Director, you will develop and implement government affairs tactics for client interests, coordinating research, reporting, and outreach.

After training, the role offers a hybrid-remote schedule and the chance to work with experienced policy staff on education, healthcare, and financial services issues, with a commitment to integrity and client service.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
4+ years of Capitol Hill, lobbying, or other legislative or policy experience required.
Strong ability to write clearly and concisely with attention to detail.
Interest in bipartisan policy and areas including education, healthcare, financial services, appropriations, and energy preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors and reports on committee hearings, briefings, and markups.
Oversees and prepares client legislative reports.
Researches federal legislative and regulatory actions affecting client interests.
Drafts client alerts, presentations, and webinars.
Schedules meetings for lobbyists and clients; liaison to policy staff on Capitol Hill and federal agencies.
Develops relationships with Congressional members and staff; supports client visits to Capitol Hill and agencies.

Skills

Political network

Research databases

Draft AI prompts

Professionalism & diplomacy

Time management

Travel flexibility

Team collaboration

Bloomberg Government

Education

Bachelor's degree

Capitol Hill experience

Tools

Bloomberg Government

Politico Pro

Congress.gov

Job description

Thompson Coburn, a large full-service law firm with offices in eight (8) cities across the U.S., is in search of a Legislative Assistant to fill a full-time exempt position in its Washington, D.C. office. With over 450 attorneys and experience in 50 areas of law, Thompson Coburn is regularly recognized for providing clients with outstanding value and service. Driven by our core values of integrity, innovation, and diversity, we collaborate and work in a welcoming, highly productive, and inclusive environment. If you are a creative professional looking to join a collaborative team, then this might be an exciting opportunity for you!

Under the leadership of the Legislative Director, the Legislative Assistant develops, coordinates, and implements government affairs tactics and strategies as they relate to client interests and issues for the Lobbying & Policy group. This position is also responsible for assisting with projects and functions requested by those in the lobbying group and by clients. After an initial period of in-office training, this position is eligible for a hybrid-remote work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Monitors and reports on relevant committee hearings, briefings, and markups.
Responsible for the oversight and preparation of client legislative reports.
Monitors and analyzes federal legislative and regulatory actions relevant to client interests; maintains a comprehensive knowledge of client-driven policy issues.
Conducts and directs research projects through utilization of Bloomberg Government, Politico Pro, Congress.gov, and other research databases.
Researches and drafts client alerts, presentations, and webinars.
Schedules meetings for the group’s lobbyists and clients and acts as a liaison to policy and political staff on Capitol Hill and in the Administration; organizational lead for client visits to Capitol Hill and federal agencies.
Develops and maintains working relationships and contacts with Congressional Members and staff of both parties, relevant Congressional committees, and the Executive Branch.
May meet with policymakers on legislative and regulatory issues to advance the goals and objectives of clients.
Prepares and files the firm’s PAC reports with the Federal Election Commission; ensures proper administrative management of the firm’s PAC in consultation with the PAC Treasurer.
Attends fundraisers supported by the firm’s PAC to the benefit of clients and the firm.
Serves as manager to interns and fellows participating in the Firm’s internship program.
Supports Lobbying & Policy team in drafting proposals in response to Requests for Proposals; prepares materials for meetings with potential new clients.
Demonstrates an increasing knowledge and fluency of policy areas relevant to the practice group, including the education, healthcare, financial services, appropriations, and energy sectors.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

The Lobbying & Policy group takes a team-based approach to all its work, and nobody is "above" any task. The employee must be willing to assist the team with administrative support when needed, which will require a willingness to learn the Firm’s internal systems.
Must have an established network of political contacts, particularly in the Congress and the Executive Branch.
Fluency in Bloomberg Government, Politico Pro, Congress.gov, and other research databases; as well as possess the ability to draft detailed AI prompts and effectively use tools.
Must possess a high level of professionalism and interpersonal skills to be able to work well with employees at all levels within the organization and maintain all information in the strictest of confidence. Required to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with others.
Must possess attention to detail, ability to balance multiple projects and have strong time management skills.
Ability to travel up to 5% as required.
This is a full-time position that requires working a minimum of 40 hours per week on a regular basis. Oftentimes, it may also include working outside of normal business hours.

Education and Experience Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of four (4) years of combined Capitol Hill, lobbying, or other legislative or policy experience required.
Proven ability to write clearly and concisely with close attention to detail required.
Strong interest in the bipartisan political process required. Interest and experience in areas including education, healthcare, financial services, appropriations, and energy policy preferred.

Compensation

For applicants that meet the experience requirements for the role and are physically based in Washington, D.C., the expected salary range is $75,000 – $92,000 annually upon commencement of employment. Starting salary will be determined on an individualized basis with consideration to prior experience and additional qualifications. This is in addition to a comprehensive benefit package offered by the Firm.

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