Job Description
GuidePost Strategies and its sister firm P2 Public Affairs is looking for an entry-level research and policy associate to assist with political and policy research needs. GuidePost Strategies is a federal strategic consulting and government affairs firm which assists clients in comprehensive message positioning, legislative strategy, issue management and advocacy. P2 Public Affairs is a specialized communications and strategy firm with decades of combined experience managing and successfully delivering results for our clients. Though both GuidePost Strategies and P2 Public Affairs will benefit from the work of the research and policy associate, the management and reporting is streamlined to one or two individuals to assist and oversee the political and policy research work.
This position will be an integral part of the small team environment, providing support for the research team and operations.
Responsibilities
- Monitor daily news and create internal clips.
- Track legislation and regulations at the federal level.
- Assist with drafting research memos and policy communications to clients, including a daily newsletter and regular updates.
- Conduct daily research as necessary.
- Attend and report on hearings and briefings of interest to clients.
- Lead the firm's internship program.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- Interest in current events and policy issues.
- Research experience required.
- Ability to work independently under strict deadlines and in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous knowledge of Congress/the legislative process, and/or political experience, is preferred.
- Experience with G Suite and MailChimp is a plus.
Please submit a resume, cover letter and writing sample to Erin Phifer at ephifer@guidepost-strategy.com.