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planqc

$57.10 - $85.65/hr

Networking, Policy & Lobbying :You representplanqcin relevant business networks (e.g.Bitkom, SPECTARIS,Optica,QuIC), observe relevant developments there, build relationships with universities ...

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Policy Director

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$150 - $210/hr

Integrate policy work with litigation, communications, and community engagement strategies ... Ensure compliance with lobbying registration, reporting, and disclosure requirements * Serve on the ...

Talen Energy

Legislative Affairs Director

Byesville, OH · On-site

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred * 7+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, lobbying, or legislative roles * Strong knowledge of state legislative processes ...

Talen Energy

Legislative Affairs Director

Byesville, OH · On-site

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred * 7+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, lobbying, or legislative roles * Strong knowledge of state legislative processes ...

Clearpath

Director, Policy & Advocacy

Washington, DC · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

This person will set the working federal agenda, turn priorities into advocacy plans, and manage the team responsible for lobbying, policy development, coalition activation, and member engagement.

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for policy lobbying in the United States is $109,580.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is policy lobbying?

A Policy Lobbying job involves advocating for specific policies, regulations, or legislative measures on behalf of an organization, industry, or interest group. Lobbyists work to influence government officials, legislators, and policymakers through meetings, research, and public campaigns. They analyze policy proposals, draft position papers, and build relationships with key stakeholders to advance their organization’s goals. Effective lobbying requires strong communication, negotiation, and networking skills, as well as a deep understanding of political and legislative processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in policy lobbying?

To thrive in Policy Lobbying, you need a strong background in policy analysis, government relations, and persuasive communication, typically supported by a degree in political science, public policy, or a related field. Familiarity with legislative tracking software, research databases, and sometimes professional certifications in lobbying or advocacy are highly valued. Exceptional interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are crucial to successfully influencing policy decisions and navigating complex legislative environments.

What are the typical career advancement opportunities for someone working in policy lobbying?

Professionals in Policy Lobbying often begin as entry-level policy analysts or associates and can advance to senior lobbyist, government relations manager, or director-level positions. With experience and a solid network, some move into public affairs, executive leadership, or even transition to advisory roles in think tanks or consulting. Advancement is usually driven by demonstrated success in influencing policy outcomes, building key relationships, and maintaining expertise in relevant legislative areas. Ambitious professionals may also increase their impact by specializing in high-demand sectors or taking on broader advocacy responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Policy Lobbying job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,580 per year, or $52.7 per hour.

Proposal Coordinator (m/f/d)

planqc

On-site

$57.10 - $85.65/hr

Other

Posted 3 days ago

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Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate and develop high-quality proposals by gathering technical, financial, and commercial input from various teams and stakeholders.

  • Monitor funding opportunities and policy developments to identify new funding programs and attractive opportunities.

  • Build and maintain internal reporting on funding applications, conduct post-mortem analyses, and improve proposal processes and templates.

Job description

Your mission

Atplanqc, we build scalable quantum computers based on neutral atoms and actively shape the ecosystem that enables their development. As Proposal Coordinator, you coordinate and drive the development of high-quality proposals that support planqc's growth, from public funding applications and research consortia to commercial offers and strategic opportunities. You bring together technical, financial, and commercial input from across the company, coordinate internal and external stakeholders, and ensure proposals are compelling, compliant, and submitted on time. Beyond individual proposals, you continuously improve our processes, knowledge base, and proposal pipeline.

Your responsibilities
  • Proposal Management andDevelopment:You write,developandconsolidat ecompetitive grant proposals based on technical and financial input, gathering the necessary contributions from the specialist teams,formingand coordinating the required consortia, and supporting negotiations during grant preparation – alltheway totimelysubmission
  • Monitoring & Funding Search:You run continuous monitoring to identify new funding programmes and attractive opportunities–initially in Germany, later across further European countries (UK, Austria, and others) as well as international programmes open to applicants from any country–and keep track of relevant policy developments
  • Networking, Policy & Lobbying:You representplanqcin relevant business networks (e.g.Bitkom, SPECTARIS,Optica,QuIC), observe relevant developments there, build relationships with universities, research institutes, and funding agencies, and prepare lobbying proposals that you submit to management for approval
  • Reporting & Continuous Improvement:You build andmaintainour internal reporting – a central overview of all ongoing and planned applications that gives employees, C-level, and investors transparency on our funding pipeline. You conduct post-mortems onsubmittedproposals (successful and rejected), derive lessons learned, and continuously improve templates, knowledge repositories, and processes
What you bring
  • Background & Experience:A background in either a technical field (e.g.physics,engineering,natural sciences) or business/management (e.g. public policy, business, project management).At least a degree plus 2 years of relevant professional experience (ormore experiencewithout a degree).
  • Funding Programmes:Familiarity with German and European funding programmes (e.g. Horizon Europe, BMFTR, DLR, IPCEI, NATO DIANA)
  • Writing & Organisation:Excellent written communication skills, the ability to translate complex technical content into clear, compelling proposals, and a structured, independent, and detail-oriented way of working.
  • Languages:German at a minimum of C1 level and English at a minimum of C1 level
Nice to have
  • Track Record:A track recordof successful public funding applications
  • Quantum & Deep Tech:A background in quantum technologies, AMO physics,or another deep-tech environment (e.g. semiconductors, photonics)
  • Consortia & Institutes:Experience building international research consortia or working with universities and research institutes
  • Tools & Efficiency:An affinity for IT tools and automation to make application and monitoring processes more efficient, including experience with application platforms
  • Networking:Interest in attendingnetworkingevents
What characterizes you
  • Structure & Delivery:You work in a structured, reliable, and independent way, produce compelling texts, and keep an overview even under deadline pressure
  • Continuous Improvement:You think beyond the individual application and continuously improve processes
  • Interest:You are interested in the interface of technology, strategy, and funding
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