Senior Strategist

Southern Arizona Legal Aid Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent political consulting firm is seeking a Senior Strategist to join their team. This role requires an entrepreneurial spirit with a demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and implement strategic planning to enhance business development. The position offers a flexible work arrangement, competitive salary, and numerous benefits, including administrative support and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Open PTO policy

Monthly technology stipend

Annual professional development allowance

Full back-office support

Collaborative environment

Flexible work structure

Qualifications

• Minimum of three full cycles (6 years) specialization in fundraising, campaign management, or political strategy.
• Proven ability to attract and manage clients is required.
• Advanced knowledge of NGP, Votebuilder, and AI productivity tools is required.

Responsibilities

• Leverage existing relationships and manage client portfolio.
• Lead strategic planning and collaborate with team members.
• Identify business growth opportunities within existing accounts.

Skills

Client Acquisition

Strategic Planning

Business Development

Tools

NGP

Votebuilder

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Canva

ChatGPT

Gemini

Claude

Python

Job description

Title: Senior Strategist
Status: Exempt
Location: Remote, United States
Reports to: Firm Principal
Level: Senior Management
Start Date: Flexible

About MFStrategies

Founded in 2015, MFStrategies is a consulting firm dedicated to empowering Democratic candidates and organizations through innovative campaign strategies. We work collaboratively to empower both our clients as well as our team to do their best work. Over the last decade, MFStrategies has built, implemented, and grown programs that have smashed records and made history across the country.

Position Overview

MFStrategies is seeking an entrepreneurial political professional to join our team as a Senior Strategist. This role is designed for individuals who bring an existing portfolio—or the immediate capacity to build one—and are looking to leverage our firm’s infrastructure, brand, and collaborative environment to expand their impact.

Whether your core strength lies in campaign finance, management, or strategic advising, we’ll tailor client-facing responsibilities to your area of expertise. Our firm thrives by supporting one another’s growth, and this role is no exception—we succeed when you succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Acquisition & Management: Leverage existing relationships and the firm’s inbound client prospects to build a client portfolio. Cultivate long-term relationships and ensure excellent service delivery.
• Strategic Planning: Lead and implement client work based on your domain expertise.
  Collaboration: Work closely with MFStrategies' team members to share insights, strategies, and support, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Business Development: Identify opportunities for growth within existing accounts and contribute to the firm's overall business development efforts.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $70,000–$80,000 annually, with potential for higher starting pay commensurate with portfolio strength.
  This is a W-2 employee position subject to applicable employment tax withholdings.
• Incentive Bonus: No cap; bonus structure tied to portfolio revenue and firm performance.
• Open PTO policy
• Monthly technology stipend
• Annual professional development allowance

What We Offer

• Administrative Support: Full back-office support including contracting, invoicing, and enforcement, allowing you to focus on the work you're passionate about. Additionally, you will have access to the firm's software licenses and vendor relationships.
• Brand Strength: Association with a reputable firm known for its success in progressive political consulting.
• Collaborative Environment: Access to a team of experienced professionals for support, idea exchange, and joint problem-solving.
• Flexible Work Structure: Operate remotely with the autonomy to manage your schedule, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Application Process

To apply, please email Marty Santalucia with the subject line "Senior Strategist Application" with your resume and a cover letter expressing interest in the position.

Select applicants will be contacted on a rolling basis for an initial interview.

Second-Round Interview: Candidates selected for a second-round interview will be asked to submit:

• Three professional references
• A sample strategic plan for their area of expertise (finance, campaign management, communications, etc.).
• A proposed portfolio that could hypothetically be signed within 30 days of starting.

Further details will be provided on selection. The second-round interview will focus on review of these documents.

Final Candidate Selection: The successful candidate will be chosen from second-round applicants.

We look forward to potentially having you join our innovative team. Thank you for considering a position with MFStrategies!

• Experience: Minimum of three full cycles (6 years), with a specialization in fundraising, campaign management, or political strategy. Proven ability to attract and manage clients is required.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of NGP, Votebuilder, Microsoft Office/Google Docs, Canva, and AI productivity tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude is required. Familiarity with coding languages, specifically Python, is a plus.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Motivated to build and maintain a strong client portfolio.
• Collaborative Mindset: Comfortable working in a distributed team while working closely with other team members to share knowledge and support collective goals.