Government Affairs Specialist

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Summary

This role assists on federal legislative and regulatory projects and conducts research for assigned Government Affairs attorneys in a given office.

Location

This position is in our Washington D.C. office and offers a Hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conducts substantive legislative regulatory and legal research on a variety of complex issues at the federal state and international levels.

• Attends hearings congressional briefings meetings and reports on these both verbally and in written communications.

• Researches drafts and edits written materials for partners and clients including updates on legislative action analysis of policy etc. including tracking researching reviewing and analyzing congressional and Executive action including bills regulations speeches etc.

• Assists attorneys in cultivating relationships with clients political fundraisers and Congressional Staffers.

• Monitors upcoming congressional hearings and markups.

• Organizes large caseloads to ensure timely of tasks by attorneys.

• Assists with the preparation of lobbying materials.

• Arrange and coordinate meetings with congressional staff for attorneys and clients.

• Prepares materials (letters documents) as requested by attorneys.

• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills

Must possess strong analytical and problemsolving skills. Excellent written and communication skills. Knowledge and awareness of the congressional process. Strong research skills. Selfstarter and ability to work effectively in a fastpaced environment.

Minimum Education

• Bachelors Degree in Political Science Government Affairs or related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 1 year working in a legislative environment.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty certain universal requirements are expected of all DLA Piper employees which include but are not limited to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients lawyers business professionals and third parties.

• Produce deliverables answer phone calls and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.

• Provide timely accurate and quality work product.

• Successfully meet deadlines expectations and perform work duties as required.

• Foster positive work relationships.

• Comply with all firm policies and practices.

• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time including onscreen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fastpaced environment.

• Perform all other duties tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and inoffice work the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firms discretion in the future.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties requirements and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firms discretion at any time. This job description does not change the atwill nature of employment.

Application Process

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process please contact .

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firms expected hiring range for this position is $33.42 $43.45 per hour depending on the candidates geographic market location. Nonexempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidates experience skills educational and professional background and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.Job applicant poster viewing center.