Description:
The Legislative Assistant will support the organization’s advocacy efforts by assisting in legislative and regulatory tracking and research, stakeholder engagement, and policy analysis. They will register to lobby with the US federal government. This position will contribute to shaping and advancing the organization’s policy priorities through research, outreach, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Legislative & Regulatory Monitoring and Research
- Track and monitor legislation, regulatory actions, and committee activity relevant to the organization’s interests.
- Conduct background research on policy issues, including, but not limited to, trade, export controls, technology, and national security.
- Prepare weekly legislative summaries and policy impact briefs for internal distribution.
- Assist with drafting internal memos, talking points, and briefing documents for senior leadership.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Assist in scheduling and preparing materials for meetings with congressional staff, federal agencies, and trade associations and other coalition partners.
- Lobby US Congressional and US Administration agency staff
- Attend hearings, briefings, and stakeholder events to gather intelligence and report key takeaways.
Qualifications
REQUIRED
- 8-10 years government, trade association or think tank experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, or related field
SKILLS
- Strong writing, research, and organizational skills
- Familiarity with federal legislative processes and regulatory frameworks
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legislative tracking tools (e.g., PoliticoPro, BGov)
PREFERRED
- Experience in a congressional office, federal agency, or advocacy organization
- Understanding of US Congressional and agency legislative and regulatory processes
- Bipartisan House and Senate relationships, including with leadership and committees
- Experience supporting congressional outreach or coalition-building efforts