Responsibilities

• Develop and lead integrated public affairs strategies and campaigns that shape policy outcomes – leveraging media, digital platforms, events, and partnerships with coalitions, trade associations, think tanks, and advocacy organizations.
• Drive high-impact policy communications by crafting compelling materials such as executive messaging, op-eds, testimony, and strategic briefing documents that influence key stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on the evolving policy landscape, translating legislative and regulatory developments into actionable insights and proactive strategies for clients.
• Build and strengthen relationships with clients, particularly their government relations teams.
• Guide internal teams to deliver cohesive, high-quality campaigns that advance client objectives.
• Represent RH Strategic & clients within influential D.C. networks, industry events, and community gatherings to identify opportunities, strengthen relationships, expand the firm’s presence, and continue to build your own professional network.
• Mentor junior team members, fostering an environment of strategic thinking and professional growth.

Requirements

• 6-8+ years of policy, public affairs and/or policy communications experience with a demonstrated ability to operate in high-impact environments.
• Experience in a public affairs or communications agency, with demonstrated success in managing multiple clients.
• Proven ability to design and execute strategic public affairs campaigns that advance client objectives and influence policy outcomes.
• Strong track record of managing complex, fast-paced priorities, consistently delivering high-quality work under tight timelines.
• Experience developing audience-specific content, including congressional testimony, executive reporting materials, blogs and bylines, and policy messaging and briefings.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage internal teams, clients, media, external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated agility in incorporating feedback, paired with curiosity and a commitment to continuous growth.
• Highly proactive, detail-oriented, and ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Capitol Hill experience, including at least two years working for a Member of Congress or a committee, or the White House. A strong understanding of the legislative process, congressional leaders, and executive branch agencies.
• Experience advocating on behalf of corporations, associations, or government entities to shape policy outcomes.
• A strategic and creative thinker who brings fresh approaches and innovative ideas to client challenges.
• Demonstrated interest and familiarity in policy issues, particularly across sectors such as technology, labor, or healthcare.

Benefits

• Insurance: 100% paid base premium for the employee’s medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurances.
• Transportation Subsidy: $100 per month.
• Paid Time Off: 16 days of annual PTO, 12 firm holidays, 1 floating day off, and 1 paid day of service.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with automatic, fully vested match.
• Stipends: Professional development and wellness.