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SalaryAbout Dentons Global Advisors:
Dentons Global Advisors is an expert-led advisory firm that provides integrated solutions for clients in an increasingly complex, regulated, and interconnected business environment. Comprising Albright Stonebridge Group and a deep bench of communications, public affairs, Government Relations and strategy consultants, we help clients engage with governments and regulatory bodies, navigate public disclosures and transactions within the private and capital markets, and manage their reputations through critical moments of change, challenge, or opportunity. Our relationship with Dentons, the world’s largest law firm, means clients can draw upon integrated legal expertise and strategic advisory services when and where they need them. To learn more, visit dentonsglobaladvisors.com.
Key Accountabilities
- Work directly with and learn from a group of Government Relations professionals within a flat organizational structure where everyone pitches in
- Be part of a core team focused on advocating for client goals
- Conduct legislative and policy research, track legislation, federal, state, local, and international grants and contribute to fast-paced projects
- Help to maintain timelines for client deliverables and organizational materials for the team
- Contribute to marketing materials and events, and associated strategy
- Draft briefing materials ahead of key stakeholder meetings and develop leave-behinds on behalf of clients
- Collaborate across the DGA network to foster relationships and develop joint business opportunities
- Attend virtual and in-person events, as appropriate, to represent DGA and our clients’ interests
- Grow your skills as a problem solver, becoming comfortable operating independently and seeking counsel at the appropriate time
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
- 1-3 years of relevant experience in Congress and public policy from internships, or related experience
- Interest and experience in one or more relevant policy areas, including: energy, climate, technology, healthcare, economic development
- Comfortable dealing with the most senior people within the organization
- Exceptional attention to detail and writing skills
- Highly collaborative working style
- Excellent research skills
- International policy interest/experience a plus
- Proficient skills in Word, PowerPoint and Excel and comparable programs
Expectations of a DGA Associate:
- Manage time pressure without compromising quality
- Be accountable for consistency
- Be comfortable in a start-up environment
- Contribute to a culture of collaboration
- Take initiative and solve problems
- Learn from mistakes (we all make them)
- Have a team-first mindset, always looking for ways to pitch in to help your coworkers to succeed inside and outside of work
- Help drive diversity, equity and inclusion by actively creating a supportive and engaging work environment for the team
- Understand confidentiality and act with integrity at all times
Equal Opportunity Statement
Dentons Global Advisors is committed to equal opportunity in recruitment and employment practices and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination. No job applicant or employee receives unfavorable treatment on the grounds of color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or any other status protected by law.
