Associate

Freedman Consulting, LLC, a mission-driven consulting firm, seeks an Associate to provide assistance with policy research, deliverable development, and operational support for firm clients. The Associate will advance a broad portfolio of issues focused on innovations and impacts for the greater social good. They will join a growing team of over 50 strategists working at the intersection of policy, philanthropy, and politics. Firm Overview Freedman Consulting, LLC, offers strategic consulting services to foundations, nonprofit organizations, and public interest coalitions, partnering with many of the nation’s leading philanthropic institutions. Our work includes services such as strategic planning and issue landscaping for major foundations, advising and coordination for coalitions, developing public-private partnerships, and spans topics including economic mobility, democracy, health and science, and technology policy. Primary Responsibilities Associates work across a range of policy areas and client services. Primary responsibilities include: Conducting policy and landscape research, aggregating and analyzing data, and identifying actionable insights for client strategies. Drafting high-quality client facing material, including slide decks, comprehensive research reports, strategic plans, and briefing memos Supporting client engagement, including contributing to preparation for client meetings and presentations and assisting in the development and execution of client events Providing administrative, operational, and logistical support on client teams, including scheduling, tracking project timelines, managing internal and external task lists, and taking meeting notes Supporting cross-functional firm needs Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate: Approximately 1-3 years of research, legislative, communications, consulting, or policy-related experience is preferred. Applicants must possess strong writing and research skills, attention to detail, the ability to thoughtfully incorporate generative AI tools into their work, and the capacity to manage multiple tasks and adapt in a fast-paced environment. The expected salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000 and is commensurate with experience. In addition to base annual compensation, Freedman Consulting offers a comprehensive benefits package and discretionary annual bonus based on individual and firm performance. The firm's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, a 401k retirement plan, paid vacation, personal and sick leave, and other valuable benefits. The starting salary is determined based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, internal equity considerations, and budget availability. Freedman Consulting, LLC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodations during the application process, contact the Senior Director of Talent Acquisition and Development at View email address on click.appcast.io. Freedman Consulting, LLC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodations during the application process, contact the Senior Director of Talent Acquisition at View email address on click.appcast.io. *All Freedman Consulting employees based in Washington, DC follow a hybrid work (remote and in-office) policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Freedman Consulting, LLC