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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Legislative Affairs Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the legislative process, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders. This role requires a strategic thinker who can navigate complex political landscapes and advocate effectively on behalf of our organization. The Legislative Affairs Manager will be responsible for monitoring legislative developments, analyzing policy impacts, and developing strategies to influence legislation in alignment with our organizational goals. This position demands excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners. The successful candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about public policy and have a proven track record in legislative affairs, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments.
- Develop and implement legislative strategies to advance organizational goals.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including legislators, government officials, and advocacy groups.
- Prepare and deliver testimony, position papers, and other advocacy materials.
- Coordinate with internal departments to align legislative strategies with organizational objectives.
- Represent the organization at legislative hearings, meetings, and events.
- Track and report on legislative activities and outcomes.
- Advise senior leadership on legislative and regulatory issues.
- Collaborate with external partners to build coalitions and support advocacy efforts.
- Manage and mentor junior staff members.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of relevant policy issues.
- Ensure compliance with all lobbying and ethics regulations.
- Conduct research and analysis on policy trends and their potential impact.
- Prepare briefings and reports for senior management and board members.
- Engage in grassroots advocacy efforts and mobilize supporters.
- Coordinate with communications team to develop messaging and media strategies.
- Monitor and respond to legislative inquiries and requests for information.
- Participate in industry associations and professional networks.
- Develop and manage the legislative affairs budget.
- Stay informed about political developments and emerging issues.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, law, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in legislative affairs, government relations, or a related role.
- Strong understanding of the legislative process and regulatory environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and research skills.
- Ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
- Experience preparing and delivering testimony and advocacy materials.
- Knowledge of lobbying and ethics regulations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in public policy analysis and advocacy.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to represent the organization at public events and meetings.
- Experience managing and mentoring staff.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Commitment to the organization's mission and values.
- Flexibility to work extended hours during legislative sessions.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with the legislative process?
- How do you build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders?
- Can you provide an example of a successful legislative strategy you developed?
- How do you stay informed about legislative and regulatory developments?
- Describe a time when you had to advocate for a controversial issue.
- How do you handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment?
- What strategies do you use to prepare and deliver effective testimony?
- How do you ensure compliance with lobbying and ethics regulations?
- Can you discuss your experience with public policy analysis?
- How do you collaborate with internal departments to align legislative strategies?
- Describe a challenging legislative issue you faced and how you addressed it.
- How do you engage in grassroots advocacy efforts?
- What is your approach to managing and mentoring junior staff?
- How do you develop and manage a legislative affairs budget?
- Can you provide an example of a successful coalition-building effort?
- How do you coordinate with communications teams to develop messaging strategies?
- Describe your experience representing an organization at public events.
- How do you handle legislative inquiries and requests for information?
- What professional networks or industry associations are you involved in?
- How do you stay informed about political developments and emerging issues?
