Research Director

The company:

FP1 Strategies LLC is a full-service agency based in Arlington, Virginia, specializing in political campaign work focused on coalition building, grassroots mobilization, advertising, digital engagement and message development.

With experience managing high-profile national projects in the United States, FP1’s ability to design and deploy a campaign-style, fully-integrated approach is a core competency that is unique among its competitors. Our grit, creativity and focus are what FP1’s “campaign approach” truly represents.

FP1 is looking for an experienced opposition researcher for our DC-based firm. Working within the Competitive Intelligence practice, the Director will:

· Prepare research documents and backgrounders for use in client advertising and new business pitches

· Build out opposition research books on issues, organizations and political candidates

· Manage a team of several analysts, ensuring quality control for client deliverables

· Maintain the firm’s research documents and database

· Pull campaign finance reports and analyze voting records

· Real-time monitor clients, issues and items of interest to clients

· Conduct bias analysis and vetting as needed

· Generate research support for client deliverables, such as op-eds and press releases

Requirements:

Ideal candidates will meet the following requirements:

· 4-6 years of relevant experience in political & opposition research. This is NOT an entry level position.

· Previous experience in RNC-style formatting is a plus and a keen eye for detail

· Strong research, writing and editing skills

· Experience using databases (LexisNexis, IQ Media, Critical Mention, FEC, Bloomberg Gov) and research methods

· Past experience in FOIA and state-level information requests

· High understanding of local, regional and national politics and current events

· Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work as part of a team

· Able to multitask high priority projects on tight deadlines

· Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed

· Adaptive and flexible to changing needs of the workplace

Please submit your cover letter, resume with salary requirements to FP1recruiting@FP1Strategies.com

Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation with opportunity for a year-end bonus, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. We also offer a paid maternity leave program and paid vacation and sick leave. In addition, we have a generous flex time schedule around holidays that allows work from home opportunities.

FP1 Strategies is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.