(5+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE WORKING IN A LEGISLATIVE OFFICE, CONGRESSIONAL OFFICE, OR A GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS CONSULTING AGENCY)
About the Role
We seek a full-time Legislative and Policy Manager to support our clients’ public policy and advocacy engagements. In this role, you will provide strategic thought partnership and tactical support to help our clients stay ahead of legislative and regulatory landscape changes. You will serve as a key contributor to our team, providing research and analysis on various issues, monitoring critical government activities, and engaging with state and local government officials and staff. You must have strong written and oral communication skills and be able to think analytically and strategically in a collaborative, collegial environment.
Responsibilities
Issues Management and Advocacy:
Research, identify, and manage state and local legislative issues.
Analyze and assess the potential impact of legislative developments.
Track policy issues and updates by monitoring traditional media, social media, and blogs.
Summarize news, industry association publications, and journal articles, capturing trends on key issues.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Support clients to build and maintain relationships with elected officials.
Maintain a detailed, up-to-date record of our clients’ interactions and engagement with key government stakeholders.
Research and prepare detailed briefing materials for meetings with government stakeholders.
Organize meetings and prepare debrief summaries.
Participate in meetings and events with key stakeholders.
Communications:
Prepare messaging and talking points.
Draft copy for legislative summaries, policy position papers, presentations, email updates, and stakeholder-facing newsletters.
Serve in a secretariat role for working group meetings.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree.
Experience
5+ years of experience working in a legislative office, Congressional office, or a government affairs consulting agency.
Demonstrated experience drafting and writing political or policy communications.
Experience in the following positions preferred:
o Legislative Analyst
o Public Affairs Specialist
o Government Relations Manager
Skills/Abilities
Attention to detail and deadlines.
Impeccable research, organizational, and analytical skills.
Superior written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Self-starter attitude.
Facility with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
About bmgstrategies
At bmgstrategies, we are committed to delivering public affairs and communications services based on deep industry knowledge, a real understanding of the issues affecting our clients, and a genuine passion for what we do. We act as trusted advisors to our clients – producing results that inspire, engage, and influence a variety of audiences.
We seek an entrepreneurial-minded and motivated Legislative and Policy Manager to join our team.
Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to:careers@bmgstrategies.com
Employment type
Full-time
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