Legislative/Legal Research Lead (LRL) – SME

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A government services provider in Washington, DC is seeking a Legislative/Legal Research Lead to oversee research operations and engage with congressional initiatives. The ideal candidate is recognized as a subject matter expert with a Top Secret/SCI clearance and possesses strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include improving operational efficiency, coordinating team activities, and developing crucial documentation. Employment Type: Full-Time, Expert-Level with benefits including health insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Subject matter expert with significant expertise in legislative and legal research.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead legislative and legal research operations.
• Coordinate staff activities to support congressional engagement initiatives.
• Analyze operational challenges and recommend improvements.
• Develop documentation and reports supporting mission objectives.
• Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership in legislative and legal research

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Operational analysis and improvement

Exceptional communication skills

Job description

Legislative/Legal Research Lead (LRL) - SME

Work Location: Washington, DC

Employment Type: Full-Time, Expert-Level

Department: Administrative and Logistics Support

Responsibilities

• Lead legislative and legal research operations, coordinate staff activities, and support congressional engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Analyze operational challenges and recommend improvements.
• Develop documentation, reports, and deliverables supporting mission objectives.
• Support continuous improvement, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Recognized subject matter expert with exceptional expertise and leadership in the field.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.