Legislative Program Coordinator

A highly academic public-policy organization with center-right principles is seeking a Legislative Program Coordinator to support a portfolio of initiatives. This role drives program execution, maintains operational structure, and supports thought leadership efforts that shape conversations in policy, industry, and academia. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, detail-oriented, and thrives in an environment where research, coordination, and strategic engagement intersect.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee policy and research initiatives from planning through completion, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and communications remain aligned.
• Conduct research and synthesize complex technical or policy issues into concise memos, briefs, and presentations for leaders and stakeholders.
• Coordinate private roundtables, expert discussions, and stakeholder convenings, managing all logistics, materials, and follow-up outreach.
• Support senior scholars and leaders by managing workflows, preparing materials, and maintaining organized program systems.
• Track budgets, contracts, and expenditures in collaboration with internal operations teams.
• Build and maintain databases, project trackers, and engagement systems to ensure smooth program execution.
• Foster strong working relationships across internal teams and external partners to advance center-right policy perspectives.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Competitive compensation, robust benefits, employer retirement contribution, generous leave, and hybrid flexibility.
• Work closely with leading experts in a collaborative, high-trust culture that encourages initiative, curiosity, and professionalism.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced. Two (2) to four (4) years in program management, policy research, project coordination, or related work—preferably in a policy organization, think tank, Capitol Hill office, or nonprofit.
• Strong communicator. Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to distill complex topics clearly.
• Highly organized. Able to manage multiple priorities, maintain structure, and anticipate needs in fast-moving environments.
• Relationship-builder. Skilled at cross-functional coordination and stakeholder communication.
• Tech-savvy. Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable adapting to new tools.
• Discreet and professional. Exercises sound judgment and handles sensitive information with care.

Hawthorne Lane is committed to attracting talent from diverse backgrounds. We believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.