Partner, Government Relations

About Forward Global

Forward Global unites 350 international strategists, communicators, and creators to achieve mission-critical objectives for public and private clients worldwide. We do so by helping global leaders, businesses, and institutions better understand, navigate, and mitigate risk, enhancing decision making and strengthening our clients’ strategic positions.

Forward Global prides itself on being an entrepreneurial firm with a close-knit, supportive team of professionals. Our model blends sophistication with agility. The seamless integration of government affairs, strategic communications, digital storytelling, and public affairs is integral to Forward Global’s work.

Position Overview

Forward Global is seeking a strategic and well-connected Partner to help drive our next stage of growth as part of our government relations team. In this role, you will lead high-impact client engagements, drive business development, and provide expert counsel across public affairs, lobbying, and integrated communications. The ideal addition to our leadership team will arrive with board policy insights, an entrepreneurial mindset, a readiness to mentor a high‑performing team, and a proven ability to build and manage client portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

Client Leadership & Strategy

• Act as a senior advisor to corporate, non-profit, and trade association clients on public policy, regulatory affairs, government relations, and strategic communications.
• Lead development of multi-channel public affairs strategies, including lobbying, stakeholder engagement, media relations, and grassroots advocacy.
• Leverage and cultivate high-level relationships with clients, policymakers, regulators, and media.

Team & Firm Leadership

• Mentor and lead a team of consultants, strategists, and analysts across client accounts.
• Collaborate with other Partners on firm strategy, talent development, and operational excellence.
• Represent the firm at industry and policy events, enhancing brand visibility and influence.

Business Development

• Drive growth by cultivating new business opportunities and expanding existing client relationships.
• Lead proposal development and strategy presentations.
• Maintain and grow a robust network of contacts in policy, government, media, and industry.

Candidate Profile

• 12 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, lobbying, or strategic communications.
• Deep knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes at the federal, state, or local level.
• Proven leadership experience, ideally within a consultancy or firm environment.
• Established relationships with policymakers, media, and industry stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication, persuasion, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor's degree in political science, communications, public policy, law, or a related field; Master’s or JD preferred.

Forward Global welcomes the applications from all qualified candidates. As an equal opportunity employer, the Group promotes an inclusive and diverse work environment.