Policy Advisor

Position description

Arnold & Porter is seeking a Policy Advisor for the Legislative and Public Policy Practice Group in its Washington, D.C. office. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of eight years of experience working in Congress, an Executive branch department or agency, or in a government relations role on behalf of an association, interest group, or company. Experience working on appropriations, education, energy, national defense, tax, technology, and/or trade policy matters is preferred.

The Legislative and Public Policy Practice Group of Arnold & Porter is Chambers-rated as one of the top legislative practices at a national law firm. The Legislative and Public Policy Practice Group is comprised of approximately 40 people and works in a high-energy, fast-paced environment that rewards initiative and teamwork in the pursuit of quality client service. The primary focus of the group is Congressional and regulatory advocacy on behalf of globally recognized brands, Fortune 500 companies, innovative start-ups, leading associations, utilities, large manufacturers, healthcare systems, educational institutions, units of local government, foreign governments, and coalitions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor‘s degree required.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience working in Congress or the Executive branch, or in government relations at a relevant nonprofit or for-profit company, trade association, or interest group.
• Well-versed in the federal legislative and regulatory process.
• Demonstrated policy expertise in more than one of the following areas: appropriations, education, energy, national defense, tax, technology, and/or trade.
• Ability to develop and execute a strategic advocacy plan.
• Ability to demonstrate strategic focus, self-motivation, and a drive to action.
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team.
• Experience managing junior-level staff.
• Capable of leading client service teams on specific issues.
• Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively, in oral and written form.
• Ability to exhibit significant attention to detail and produce high quality deliverables.
• Must possess good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Willing to be registered for firm clients under both the Lobbying Disclosure Act and the Foreign Agents Registration Act.

 

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a 3-5 page writing sample on an advocacy-based topic of their choosing. Submitting a writing sample of more than 5 pages will eliminate a candidate from consideration. 

The anticipated base salary for this position is $165,000 to $225,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

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