Legislative Analyst

Williams & Jensen is seeking a Legislative Analyst to join our legislative affairs team. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across all aspects of a multi-client lobbying practice while supporting Principals and Directors on a broad range of legislative, regulatory, and client-facing work.

The Legislative Analyst will conduct legislative and policy research, prepare written analyses and reports, monitor federal policy developments, and assist with client projects. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, highly organized, intellectually curious, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Principals and Directors on client-facing legislative and policy projects.
• Conduct legislative, regulatory, and political research with increasing independence.
• Monitor and track congressional and executive branch activity, including legislation, regulations, hearings, agency actions, and policy developments.
• Prepare concise written summaries of congressional hearings, meetings, briefings, and third-party events.
• Draft issue briefs, legislative summaries, newsletters, client updates, and other written materials.
• Monitor relevant news and media coverage affecting client priorities.
• Assist with client requests, internal research projects, and business development initiatives as needed.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for internal meetings, client events, and policy briefings.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
• The ability to synthesize complex legislative and policy information into clear, concise written products.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• A demonstrated interest in public policy, government, or politics.

Previous internship experience on Capitol Hill, in the Executive Branch, at a trade association, consulting firm, law firm, or government relations office is preferred but not required.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]

with “Legislative Analyst”

in the subject line.