Job Description

Government Affairs Specialist

The Government Affairs Specialist supports Strategies' Federal Government Affairs team in Washington, D.C., conducting high-level federal policy work across healthcare, technology, energy, and financial services. Additionally, the Government Affairs Specialist provides significant exposure to federal policymaking, client engagement, and the operations of a top-tier bipartisan lobbying and strategic advisory practice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor and synthesize congressional hearings, markups, agency announcements, and key policy developments.
• Produce concise memos, briefing materials, and PowerPoint decks for client meetings and internal strategy sessions.
• Schedule, coordinate, and attend meetings with congressional offices, federal agencies, and coalition partners.
• Draft and distribute client deliverables, including summaries, policy alerts, and meeting notes.
• Maintain legislative tracking systems and update team calendars and priority lists.
• Participate in client calls and team strategy meetings; capture action items and follow up on next steps.
• Conduct background research on legislative issues, federal programs, and key policymakers.
• Manage administrative and logistical needs to keep the team running smoothly, including meeting preparation, printing, and deliveries.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical abilities.
• Advanced research skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent grammar, punctuation, and proofreading skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proven ability to synthesize complex information quickly and clearly.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively to support consistent, efficient workflow processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum two (2) years of professional experience in a government office, association, or consulting/lobbying environment.
• Familiarity with legislative tracking tools beneficial.

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