Public Policy Specialist

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Public Policy Specialist

The candidate will be researching and monitoring legislative and regulatory developments on a variety of issues of interest to our clients. Covering congressional and other hearings and providing timely summaries of the same. Conducting research on a range of issues of interest to our clients. Helping prepare written materials in advance of client meetings. Providing updates on legislative and regulatory actions. Helping implement action plans for client outreach to Congress and agency officials. Interacting with staff in Congressional and federal agency offices on behalf of our clients. Must have a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in a related field and 1 - 3 years of relevant experience. Must have prior experience (at least one year) working on staff in Congress, an Executive Branch agency, or comparable state-level entities, with a track record of increasing responsibility over time. Should have a demonstrable level of policy experience in one or more of the following policy areas: education; energy/environment/natural resources; financial services; foreign relations; healthcare; local governments; tax; trade; or transportation and infrastructure. Should have strong analytical and research skills, including the ability to creatively apply research to policy issues and communicate solutions. Should have excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills, including strong relationship-building skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively on nuanced policy issues. Should have outstanding written communication skills, including the ability to produce written products that explain complex concepts in a succinct and direct manner. Should have a strong understanding of the policy-making process and a working knowledge of relevant federal and legislative databases. Should have the demonstrated ability to take initiative, multi-task, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines. Should have the proven ability to work both in a team and independently and the ability to learn quickly and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Additional Information

Ref No.: WSH3790

Company info

Squire Patton Boggs
1200 19th Street, N.W. Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20036
Website : https://www.squirepattonboggs.com/en