Senior Vice President or Partner - Lobbying

Jdgsearch; United States; Sur place; USD 180 000 - 280 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading government relations firm in Washington, D.C. seeks a Partner or Senior Vice President to enhance business development and client advocacy in priority areas such as global trade, defense, and digital assets. The ideal candidate will have significant government relations experience, strong communication skills, and a track record of business success. The role offers a highly competitive compensation package based on experience and revenue generation. Interested individuals should connect with the firm for more details.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in government relations or lobbying.
• Demonstrated expertise in key policy areas like federal tax or energy.
• Strong network across policymakers and stakeholders.
• Well-developed network with policymakers, staff, agencies, and industry stakeholders.
• Track record of business development or potential to build a meaningful practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Entrepreneurial, self-directed, proactive work style.
• Collaborative, low-ego, team-oriented mindset.

Responsabilités

• Play a leading role in business development.
• Expand the firm’s presence in target areas.
• Generate revenue through client advocacy.
• Demonstrate growth strategy and business development potential (Senior Vice President level).

Connaissances

Business development capability

Government relations

Strong communication skills

Understanding of federal processes

Relationship management

Collaborative, team-oriented

Description du poste

Client

Our client is a prestigious, bipartisan government relations and public affairs firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. and currently in a significant growth phase. The firm is known for its strong policy expertise, strategic advocacy, and client service across a broad range of industries and issue areas. This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished government affairs professional to join a highly entrepreneurial, collaborative, and well-supported platform where senior professionals are empowered to build and expand their own practice. The firm has particular interest in individuals with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Global Trade
• Federal Tax
• Defense
• Energy
• Transportation
• FDA / Health
• Cryptocurrency / Digital Assets
• AI / Technology / Cybersecurity

Key Duties

The Partner or Senior Vice President will play a leading role in both business development and client advocacy, while helping to expand the firm’s presence in a priority practice area.

At the Partner level, the emphasis is on the ability to generate revenue and build a sustainable practice. Candidates should have or be prepared to articulate a credible business plan for client and revenue growth.

At the Senior Vice President level, the role is well-suited for a strong issue expert or emerging business developer who may not yet have a fully portable book of business but can demonstrate a compelling growth strategy and business development potential.

Requirements

Qualified candidates will bring a compelling combination of policy expertise, political relationships, business development capability, and cultural fit. Ideal candidates will offer:

• Significant experience in government relations, lobbying, public affairs, congressional affairs, trade association advocacy, or related policy leadership roles
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the firm’s priority issue areas
• Strong understanding of the federal legislative and regulatory process
• A well-developed network across relevant policymakers, staff, agencies, and industry stakeholders
• A track record of business development success, client growth, or clear potential to build a meaningful practice
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• An entrepreneurial, self-directed, and proactive work style
• A collaborative, low-ego, and team-oriented approach

Compensation

A highly competitive compensation package will be structured commensurate with level, experience, and revenue-generation profile. Please inquire for more information.

Contact: Darren DeGioia, President, [e-mail]