Staff Assistant - Research and Communications, Prime Policy Group

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More about the role :

Prime Policy Group is seeking a versatile, driven, detail-oriented professional to join our research and communications team in Washington, DC. The role supports a wide range of client work through research, writing, media tracking, legislative monitoring, and administrative coordination. We offer competitive pay (commensurate with experience) and full benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

What you'll do :

• Draft hearing and briefing summaries on issues relevant to client priorities.
• Research, track, and analyze legislation, regulations, and policy developments.
• Prepare reports, slide decks, and other materials summarizing client progress and priorities.
• Coordinate logistics for advocacy days, briefings, and other client events.
• Assist in preparing clients for congressional testimony and meetings.
• Support business development efforts, including research for prospective client meetings.
• Track federal budget and appropriations activity relevant to client interests.
• Attend Hill and agency events to collect relevant policy information.
• Provide administrative and project support for senior staff.

Experience that contributes to success :

About Prime Policy Group

Prime Policy Group is Washington's preeminent government relations and public affairs firm. Prime's bipartisan team of professionals offers decades of collective experience in government relations, advocacy, and strategic counsel. We are known for solving problems, building brands, and managing perceptions through powerful relationships, policy expertise, and strategic capabilities. You will find a collegial and collaborative environment at Prime Policy Group.

Prime Policy Group is a WPP Group company and an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO, AAE, MF / Disability / Vet.

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Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details :

The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range between :

$35,000-$75,000 USD

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