Associate – Public Affairs

### About the Job

We are seeking an Associate – Public Affairs to join our dynamic Complex Communications Advisory team. This role is ideally suited for individuals with a passion for monitoring US policy and regulatory developments and working with leading businesses to solve the challenges and opportunities those developments present. Previous experience in public affairs and/or communications firms is desired. Candidates should possess a nuanced understanding of the political landscape alongside exceptional research and writing skills. This role offers the opportunity to advise clients on critical legislative and/or regulatory matters while working within a larger collaborative team focused on crisis communications, corporate campaigns, and industry-specific matters.

### Location

Washington, DC (hybrid, with a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office)

### Responsibilities

– Work directly with and learn from a group of senior experts within a flat organizational structure
– Be part of a core team focused on advising companies and multinational organizations to navigate significant threats to their enterprise value and reputation, including major legislative or regulatory changes
– Work in teams that may include U.S. government relations professionals and members of our international offices
– Develop first drafts of an array of client-specific communications content (e.g., background and strategy memos, talking points, Q&A documents, marketing materials)
– Conduct in-depth research into legislative and policy developments at the federal, state, and local levels
– Participate significantly in supporting business development initiatives, including conducting research on prospective clients as part of a growing team and supporting client pitches
– Work on an array of project types, from fast-paced matters to long-term reputation management campaigns for some of the most mission-critical issues a company can face
– Grow your skills as a problem solver, becoming comfortable operating independently and seeking counsel at the appropriate time

### Expectations of a DGA Associate

– Be a self-starter and contribute to creating an energetic, positive, collaborative culture
– Manage tight deadlines without compromising quality
– Be accountable for consistency
– Be comfortable in a start-up type environment, occasionally operating independently and without pre-established protocol
– Display a general understanding of financial markets
– Display an ability to research and present well-articulated findings on complex topics
– Contribute to firm or team development initiatives
– Be intellectually curious, eager to learn from coworkers, and excited to teach new skills to the team
– Have a positive, solutions-oriented, team-first mindset, always looking for ways to pitch in to help your coworkers succeed
– Help drive diversity, equity, and inclusion by actively creating a supportive and engaging work environment for the team
– Be comfortable sharing your input and insights on team building, personal goals, etc.
– Take feedback in stride and demonstrate the ability to action feedback
– Understand confidentiality and act with integrity at all times

### Qualifications

– Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience required
– One to two (1-2) years of relevant experience in public affairs, advocacy campaigns, and/or strategic communications – from internships, at an agency or in-house, or provide evidence that you possess the capabilities of someone having that level of experience
– Political acumen and understanding of US legislative processes, policy, and related stakeholders
– Comfortable dealing with the most senior people within the organization
– Exceptional attention to detail and writing skills
– Highly collaborative working style
– Excellent research and analysis skills
– Excellent skills using Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
– Capable with Excel and comparable programs
– Experience with conversation monitoring tools such as Meltwater, Brandwatch, Signal, as well as government and/or legal databases such as the Bloomberg Terminal, Factset, Refinitiv, PACER is preferred

### Equal Opportunity Employer

DGA Group is committed to equal opportunity in recruitment and employment practices and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination. No job applicant or employee receives unfavorable treatment on the grounds of color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or any other status protected by law.

To apply, please send your CV and a covering email to [email protected]