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Akin

Public Policy Fellow

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$62K/yr

We are currently seeking a Public Policy Fellow in the Public Law & Policy practice working under the general supervision and direction of assigned attorney(s), advisor(s) or practice management. The ...

Akin Gump

Public Policy Fellow

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$62K/yr

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Galaxy

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Athene

Analyst/Associate, Public Policy

New York, NY · Hybrid

$110K - $130K/yr

Apollo's Public Policy team supports senior leadership on a wide range of policy initiatives ... The Associate will help advance these objectives, with a strong focus on U.S. federal policy, as ...

Apollo

Analyst/Associate, Public Policy

New York, NY · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Apollo's Public Policy team supports senior leadership on a wide range of policy initiatives ... The Associate will help advance these objectives, with a strong focus on U.S. federal policy, as ...

Braven

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$114K - $139K/yr

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Braven

Head of Public Policy

New York, NY · On-site

$129K - $158K/yr

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Galaxy

Associate, US Policy

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Braven

Head of Public Policy

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$123K - $151K/yr

Head of Public Policy Team : External Affairs Location : In-person. Preferred locations: Washington ... With the Associate Director of Policy & Advocacy, run an annual Capitol Hill Policy Fellows program ...

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Public Policy Fellow

Akin

Washington, DC • Hybrid

$62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Location: Washington, DC
Schedule: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. We are currently seeking a Public Policy Fellow in the Public Law & Policy practice working under the general supervision and direction of assigned attorney(s), advisor(s) or practice management.

The role will reside in the Washington, DC office with hybrid work capabilities and will be responsible for supporting the needs of the Public Law & Policy practice.  The Public Policy Fellow is expected to perform all responsibilities with a commitment to providing superior service to the firm’s attorneys, advisors and staff, and maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities of this position include:

  • Maintain a working knowledge of the legislative process, Capitol Hill and the Executive Branch.
  • Keep abreast of pending legislation, pending regulations, industry trends and current events that impact clients and prospective clients.
  • Monitor and report on media relevant to clients and their interests.
  • Attend and summarize Congressional hearings and markups.
  • Conduct extensive, in-depth and time-sensitive research and package findings.
  • Draft client-facing talking points, articles, briefings, client alerts, letters and other memoranda.
  • Coordinate and/or attend meetings for and with Members of Congress and/or their staff alongside members of the Public Law & Policy team (and other practices) and our clients.
  • Other legislative support functions as required.

Qualifications (Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Background in policy, business as well as the regulatory and legislative processes preferred
  • Understanding of political and legislative processes
  • Understanding of regulatory and administrative processes
  • Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong research, writing, and monitoring skills
  • Comfort with video conferencing systems, such as Zoom
  • Ability to work proactively and demonstrate initiative
  • Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize among competing tasks under pressure and time constraints
  • Ability to work in a team setting and collaborate with peers
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client, firm and office information and adhering to the Firm’s Core Values
  • Commitment to professional growth and development

The anticipated base salary salary for this position in Washington, DC is $62,000. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, years of relevant experience, certifications or other professional licenses held, job-related knowledge and skills, business needs, and the location from which the work will be performed.  Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package, which may also include a full range of health and other insurance benefits, financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility), a discretionary bonus, and various paid time off benefits.  Additional information about benefits and rewards can be found here.

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