Associate, Government Relations

Invariant: Associate, Government Relations (Food and Agriculture Team)

Invariant, a bipartisan government relations and communications firm providing strategic advice to companies, trade associations, non-profits, and individuals, seeks an Associate, Government Relations to join our food and agriculture team. You’ll work directly with team members to gain valuable insights into the policymaking process and develop your network on the Hill and with Washington stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

• Research and draft policy updates, issue papers, one-pagers, and other collateral for distribution to clients, Capitol Hill, the Administration, and other external audiences.
• Provide coverage of hearings, third-party events, and monitor and track federal legislation and regulations.
• Spot issues and disseminate timely information to clients, and become an expert on the issues.
• Coordinate meetings on behalf of clients with federal policymakers, external stakeholders, and others.
• Support networking, new business opportunities, and events.

Who You Are

• Demonstrated familiarity with the federal legislative process, federal agencies, and relevant third parties and associations, preferably with some Capitol Hill internship experience.
• Demonstrated experience in food and agriculture policy strongly preferred.
• Strong researcher and writer with the ability to interpret Washington for a variety of audiences and spot trends to see around corners.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines with a focus on detail and precision.
• Comfortable and adaptive when working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Solid communication skills and ability to manage both up and down.
• Goal-oriented team player focused on adding value, deepening knowledge, and increasing efficiencies.
• Proactive and creative.
• Fun, outgoing person with a good sense of humor.

Salary commensurate with experience. The firm offers unlimited vacation time, generous health care and retirement benefits, and advancement opportunities.

Invariant is committed to creating a diverse culture and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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