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Forward Global is looking for Associate, Government Relations in Washington, DC. This local job opportunity with ID 3059359545 is live since 2025-02-02 14:26:40. Forward Global is searching for a Government Affairs Associate . This role will focus on exceptional client service, day-to-day execution of client priorities, and support firm-wide business development. They will have experience in a wide range of client management roles, including business and persuasive writing, policy research, and reporting. Your job will be somewhat amorphous as we scale – and you’ll have the opportunity to take on additional and significant responsibilities as we grow, with access to major decision-makers in media, policy, and Corporate America. Forward Global prides itself on being an entrepreneurial firm with a close-knit, supportive team of professionals. The integration of government affairs, strategic communications, and public affairs is integral to Forward Global’s work; as such, team members are expected to work collaboratively. A successful Government Affairs Associate will be a highly motivated, dynamic, self-starter who thrives on autonomy. This is a fully in-person position in our Georgetown office, in Washington, DC. Key Responsibilities Support execution of day-to-day advancement of multiple client priorities through internal and external engagement with client, local/state/federal government, third party organizations, and officials, as directed Support outreach and relationship building with key government stakeholders to achieve client goals and advance policy priorities Supports monitoring and reporting of program status, deliverables, and opportunity development with direct oversight Conducts research and outreach in support of relationship development with relevant individuals and organizations to support achievement of client’s public policy goals Maintain a calendar and logistics for multiple clients Ideal Candidate 0 – 2 years’ experience in a congressional office or government affairs firm setting Professional experience working on Capitol Hill, a similar government affairs consultancy, or relevant organization preferred Knowledge of the legislative process, with emphasis on the appropriations process, and working through relationships with government offices to achieve policy wins Ability to master complex issues and simplify them to support education of policymakers and staff Experience supporting financial services, trade, health care, or technology policy preferred Skilled in producing a variety of written documents, including memos, briefings, presentations, legislative text, and others Strong organizational and time management skills to juggle multiple priorities and prioritize accordingly Works independently but collaboratively Ability to work under pressure with competing priorities Willingness to travel up to 25% Forward Global welcomes the applications from all qualified candidates. As an equal opportunity employer, the Group promotes an inclusive and diverse work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Forward Global

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