Policy Advisor

Policy Advisor

As a leading international law firm, we are dedicated to excellence through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has earned us one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" for 26 consecutive years. This honor, along with many others, highlights our commitment to innovation and professional development. At Alston & Bird LLP, our foundation is made of trust, reliability, and compassion.

Alston & Bird is seeking a dynamic, engaged, self-starter for the position of Policy Advisor in our Washington, D.C. office. This is a high impact position requiring contact with clients, Members of Congress, lawyers, and staff at all levels of the firm. This individual will support legislative advocacy priorities of clients and coordinate policy and political events for the practice group.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Supporting and leading legislative and regulatory engagement with clients, including calls between clients and direct stakeholders, such as regulatory agencies and Members of Congress.
• Providing subject matter expertise and educating policymakers on key client objectives and legislative goals.
• Scheduling, coordinating and staffing lobbying activity (e.g., client congressional appointments, client lobby days).
• Preparing client deliverables, including advocacy materials and other written documents.
• Developing materials and participating in events related to client engagement and business development initiatives.

Skills needed to be successful :

Education & experience :

The salary range for this position is $150,000 to $200,000 and represents the Firm's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at this time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and locations. This range is specific to our Washington DC office and may not be applicable to other locations.

Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV / AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Professional business references and a background screening will be required for all final applicants selected for a position.