Manager of Legislative Affairs & Government Relations

Job Description

Job Description

Manager of Legislative Affairs & Government Relations

Locations: Boston, Massachusetts or Washington, DC

Direct Counsel is seeking a Manager of Legislative Affairs & Government Relations to join a highly respected government relations and public policy team affiliated with a leading national law firm. This is an exciting opportunity for a politically savvy and strategically minded professional to support legislative advocacy efforts, regulatory initiatives, and client development activities across a broad range of industries and policy areas.

The ideal candidate will bring experience working within government, lobbying, public policy, or legal environments and will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting focused on delivering strategic solutions for sophisticated clients.

Responsibilities

• Support the government relations and legislative affairs function across federal and state policy matters
• Monitor, analyze, and report on legislative and regulatory developments affecting clients
• Develop and implement strategic advocacy initiatives and policy engagement plans
• Assist with advocacy efforts before federal policymakers, agencies, and other stakeholders
• Help identify and prioritize proactive legislative and regulatory opportunities
• Collaborate with internal teams and leadership on business development and client strategy initiatives
• Conduct policy research, prepare briefing materials, and draft client-facing communications
• Assist with managing escalated issues and developing strategic problem-solving approaches for clients
• Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, industry groups, and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in legislative affairs, government relations, lobbying, Congress, a state legislature, or a law firm environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop creative and effective legislative or advocacy strategies
• Experience or familiarity with policy issues related to:
  • Energy and environment
  • Health care
  • Financial services
  • Technology and telecommunications
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to client service and excellence

Work Environment & Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with approximately 60% in-office collaboration
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced government relations professionals and policy advisors
• Exposure to sophisticated clients across a variety of industries
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong professional development support
• Meaningful opportunities for client interaction and business development involvement

This is an outstanding opportunity for an early-career government relations professional seeking sophisticated policy work, direct advocacy experience, and long-term growth within a highly regarded public policy and legal platform.