Public Affairs Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You've come to the right place.
YOUR IMPACT
You will directly support the shaping and execution of McKinsey's state and local public affairs priorities, including prioritizing the effective positioning of McKinsey as a thought leader and the development and cultivation of relationships with key state and local stakeholders.
You will leverage a range of skills such as executive communication, attention to detail, and self-motivation to deepen our relationship with key internal and external stakeholders.
You will join a group of public affairs professionals within the firm's Reach and Engagement function and support the team with growing its state and local Public Affairs program. You will be a part of McKinsey's Public Affairs team, where you will work cross-functionally with leaders across the firm. Public Affairs is a non-client serving, strategic function that works within the policymaker ecosystem to humanize and de-mystify McKinsey's work, broadcast our firm's knowledge, and advance the firm's reputation for positive, enduring impact.
You will work with the Director of State & Local Public Affairs' State to execute the firm's state and local public affairs strategy and support reputation building and stakeholder engagement. You will partner with internal colleagues to coordinate and action against mutual strategic priorities, opportunities, and partnering initiatives with key external stakeholders, including state associations and external government relations consultants. In addition, you will collaborate regularly with Communications, Legal, Risk, and Ethics & Compliance colleagues in the development and execution of Public Affairs priority initiatives.
In terms of supporting the development and maintenance of relationships on behalf of the firm, you will liaise with key external partnering organizations to educate them and their members on the firm's value proposition. You will have the opportunity to serve as an ambassador of McKinsey and represent the firm in select forums. You will also support the growth and maturation of the firm's external government relations firm community, by convening regular learning calls, capturing best practices, and supporting PA leader and CTs with onboarding and contracting support.
In terms of creating effective communications: you will create clear, structured, and engaging written communications products (e.g., memos, emails, short-form content, talking points/scripts) that have specific internal and external readership. You'll assist in the planning and execution of communications for reports, special projects, external/internal conferences, and events (e.g., forums, webinars, roundtables).
In terms of project management, you will coordinate special initiatives with external partnering organizations, including providing periodic updates to firm leaders, liaising with cross-functional firm leaders to ensure key milestones are met, and supporting with content development. You will develop and execute a system for tracking external engagement, including overseeing contact databases, and ensuring follow-ups are effectively managed. In this capacity, you will proactively identify and raise risks alongside suggested potential courses of action.
YOUR GROWTH
You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.
In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference.
When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent education or work experience required
• 3+ years of experience in government affairs, with preference for direct experience working in government, policy, politics, or corporate government relations
• Strong understanding of U.S. state and local government, including legislative, policy, and political processes
• Excellent executive-level communicator with strong writing and storytelling skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills with strong attention to detail
• Able to leverage firm-approved AI tools and other emerging tech to create efficiencies across projects and workstreams
• Skilled in building trust-based relationships and managing the needs of different stakeholders, including senior firm leaders
• Able to work independently and to balance multiple workstreams simultaneously and see projects through from end-to-end
• Able to distill complex ideas into compelling narratives across different formats
• Able to collaborate well in teams and receive and provide feedback
• Enthusiasm for politics and government relations
• Mastery of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Teams), firm related tools (Box, Slack)

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