What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legislative Specialist position at NRI, Inc.?
An established national law firm is seeking a Legislative Specialist to support its federal government relations practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior-level candidate with a bachelor's degree and recent Capitol Hill experience to grow their career in legislative affairs and public policy.
Responsibilities- Provide essential support to Government Policy Advisors through legislative and agency research, writing, and communications.
- Conduct government and policy research using online resources, congressional records, and other relevant sources.
- Attend congressional meetings and hearings as needed and obtain written testimony, hearing records, and supporting documentation.
- Track legislation and policy developments within assigned issue areas and keep the team informed of congressional floor calendars, committee activities, and related events.
- Monitor and analyze legislative activity across congressional committees and the House and Senate floors.
- Prepare background reports, memoranda, briefing materials, and PowerPoint presentations for client deliverables.
- Assist with meeting preparation, legislative tracking, and research requests.
- Identify relevant legislative and regulatory developments affecting clients and communicate findings clearly and accurately.
- Support the team's day-to-day operations in a fast-paced, professional environment.
Schedule: 35 hour work week, Hybrid (4 in, 1 out)
NRI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified Individual with disability.