Policy Analyst

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401k with match

Profit sharing

Vacation and personal time off

Overtime for hours above 40

Job summary

A prestigious law and lobbying firm seeks a Policy Analyst to join its Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will support government relations practices by tracking legislation, preparing reports, and engaging with clients and officials. Successful applicants will possess strong writing, organizational, and analytical skills, along with a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience. This role offers a competitive compensation package, highlighting the firm's commitment to professional development and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legislative/public policy experience, preferably in the Southeastern US.
• Strong understanding of the legislative process at the state and/or federal level.
• Experience in Congress or political advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on legislative and policy developments.
• Prepare written communications for various audiences.
• Participate in client calls and meetings with officials.

Skills

Writing

Organizational Skills

Research and Analytical Skills

Political Awareness

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in political science, public policy, law or related field

Job description

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After opening its doors in Denver in 1968, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck has since expanded around the country, with 13 offices, 600+ employees and 300+ attorneys and policy professionals nationwide. And with over 50 years in the industry, we’re committed to creating strong relationships with not only our clients, but with each other and our communities. Are you looking for a group of accomplished professionals to collaborate with? If so, we want you at Brownstein.

At Brownstein, clients get access to the top legal minds in the industry, powerful policy knowledge, and best-in-class business acumen to solve businesses’ toughest challenges. Brownstein is a law and lobbying firm that has been making moves for more than 50 years to stay at the vanguard of its industry. You’ll find this firm at the heart of many of the most important cases, the most significant deals, and the country’s most pivotal legislation. Brownstein—we’re all in. For more information, visit us at bhfs.com.

We have an immediate need for a Policy Analyst to join our Federal and State Government Relations practice in our Washington, DC office. We are seeking an individual who can work across our various state Government Relations practices with a focus on the Southeastern region, specifically Florida to cover hearings, create reports and track and analyze legislation for clients.

Successful candidates will have outstanding writing skills, strong organizational skills, the ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments, balance competing priorities, excellent research and analytical skills, and will pay close attention to detail. Additionally, candidates should have solid political awareness, leadership experience, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently, as well as in a team-oriented, collaborative manner. The ability to engage clients and government officials in a mature, professional manner is also critical.

The candidate selected for this position may also be asked to take responsibility for other duties that fall outside of the essential job functions, listed below.

• Monitoring, tracking and reporting to senior team members and clients on legislative, regulatory and other policy and political developments
• Prepare a range of written communications for internal and external audiences; including writing weekly summaries of relevant policy developments for clients (including one-pagers, drafting agendas)
• Collaborate with business development team to support any materials for clients (including but not limited to one-pagers)
• Provide coverage of congressional hearings for clients
• Participate in regular calls with clients. This may include giving the client real-time updates and/or preparing background materials for the team members who represent the client
• Responsible for meeting notes
• Help coordinate meetings for clients on Capitol Hill, government agencies, or with third party groups
• Candidate will eventually be asked to take greater responsibility for coordinating and leading Brownstein policy team meetings and organizing the team’s engagement efforts on behalf of clients
• Perform other research and duties as required

Required and Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in political science, public policy, law or related field
• 3+ years of legislative/public policy experience in the Southeastern US region, preferably with direct experience in state legislature; ideally experience with FL state legislature
• Strong understanding of the legislative process at the state and/or federal level
• Hill scheduling experience is preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience working in Congress, the Executive Branch, political campaigns, advocacy and lobbying, and/or policy research and analysis
• Strong computer and research skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and balance competing priorities
• Ability to engage clients and government officials in a mature, professional manner
• Travel as needed to Florida or other Southeastern US States

Compensation and Benefits: Brownstein offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k + match, profit sharing, and vacation/sick/personal time off. In addition this role pays overtime for hours worked above 40 per week. We are offering a salary for this role ranging from $75,000-$85,000, depending on experience.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck is an equal opportunity employer

Brownstein will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, interpretive regulations and other authority, and applicable state laws.

While Brownstein does not discriminate on the basis of citizenship, the successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship of a work visa, or Brownstein assuming sponsorship of an existing work visa; including student visas with an OPT/CPT designation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst

• Industries

  Law Practice

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