Special Assistant (Washington)

The Choice is seeking an immediate, direct hire Special Assistant for our client, a DC-based consulting firm. This position will initially be assigned to one of their federal clients, at least through April 2027, to provide executive and operational support to agency leadership. However, it is likely this role will be eventually moved to other advisory projects or clients with the consulting firm.

• Location: Downtown Washington DC, in person, Monday-Friday
• Salary: $90,000-$100,000
• Timeframe: Hiring ASAP

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in executive support, operations coordination, or the public sector
• Consulting experience is helpful but not required
• Able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• Completed Bachelor’s degree

Job Duties:

• Manage executive calendars, scheduling, meetings, travel, and administrative processes.
• Prepare briefings, presentations, correspondence, and other materials to support leadership priorities and decision-making.
• Track action items, deliverables, and organizational priorities to ensure timely follow-through.
• Maintain effective systems, documentation, and coordination tools to support efficient operations.
• Draft and distribute updates, briefings, meeting summaries, and other communications.
• Support the development of high-quality client deliverables, including presentations, reports, scorecards, and other communications.
• Conduct research and analysis, synthesize findings, and communicate insights to diverse audiences.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to understand needs, incorporate feedback, and deliver polished, detail-oriented work.
• Apply human-centered design, visual communication, and consulting best practices to enhance client experience and engagement outcomes.
• Identify and implement process improvements while providing flexible support in a dynamic environment.
• Facilitate collaboration and coordination across teams, offices, and initiatives to advance organizational goals