Senior Public Affairs & Strategy Director

DGA Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

DGA Group is seeking a Managing Director for United States Public Affairs in Washington, DC. This senior role oversees major client portfolios, shapes policy strategy, and drives revenue growth while guiding cross-functional teams and firm strategy.

The successful candidate will lead business development, manage executive relationships, and mentor talent, with a strong network in Washington and key state capitals. Hybrid work with in-office days is required.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant professional experience in U.S. government, politics, policy advisory/advocacy, or public affairs roles.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Highly proficient in PowerPoint and other MS Office tools.
• Exceptional presentation, writing, and analytical skills.
• Highly effective communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management capabilities, with a strategic, proactive approach to networking and long-term relationship building.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset with strong strategic problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven leadership skills with a strong track record in talent development and people growth.
• Recognized for influence and thought leadership, with a demonstrated ability to shape strategy.
• Strong network of contacts in Washington and/or key state capitals.

Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. client portfolios and act as a strategic advisor to executive-level stakeholders in high-stakes, complex environments.
• Manage U.S. client relationships and play a central role in client strategies related to public policy, public affairs and communications, and strategic decision-making, and drive key client operational initiatives in the U.S.
• Oversee teams and client engagements, ensuring excellence, integration, prioritization, and strategic alignment for clients and the firm.
• Drive business development by expanding engagements, identifying new revenue streams, negotiating profitable terms, and cultivating new client relationships.
• Own day-to-day management and growth of a significant revenue portfolio, with significant accountability for performance, profitability and results.
• Support annual budget and workforce planning and monitor progress against growth.
• Lead firmwide initiatives, operational priorities, cross practice and Business Unit collaboration.
• Guide and mentor talent; help shape team workforce planning, succession and professional development.
• Build and refine high impact methodologies, service offerings, and intellectual capital for clients and the firm.
• Utilize and expands networks to cultivate potential new clients and build new business.
• Represent DGA externally as a visible and credible senior leader and expert in the market.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Networking

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

DGA Group is seeking a Managing Director for United States Public Affairs in Washington, DC. This senior role oversees major client portfolios, shapes policy strategy, and drives revenue growth while guiding cross-functional teams and firm strategy.

The successful candidate will lead business development, manage executive relationships, and mentor talent, with a strong network in Washington and key state capitals. Hybrid work with in-office days is required.