Policy and Government Relations - Policy Lead Analyst

Policy and Government Relations - Policy Lead Analyst

Washington, DC

Deloitte's Policy and Government Relations (PGR) group is currently looking to add a Lead Analyst to the team in Washington, DC. This role will begin on a remote work basis and eventually be based out of its Washington, DC office.

Policy and Government Relations Core Functions:

• Work with leadership to set the Firm's policy agenda
• Identify and analyze policy trends to help inform business decisions, develop policy positions, and advance the Firm's business objectives and initiatives
• Protect Deloitte's business interests and expand growth opportunities through advocacy, education, and engagement at the federal and state levels
• Establish Deloitte as a trusted thought leader by promoting the Firm's eminence with government stakeholders and policy influencers at the federal and state levels
• Support internal and external clients by monitoring, analyzing and providing insights into the political, legislative, and public policy landscapes

• Conduct research, provide analysis, and prepare issue briefs explaining the political, societal, and legislative dynamics on a wide range of policy issues
• Track and report on policy trends and developments
• Closely monitor and flag legislative and regulatory actions that could impact the Firm
• Provide project management support to the Public Policy leader, including presentation development and contributing to the maintenance of project management documents
• Support the development of briefing materials for leadership and client service teams

• 5-6+ years of professional experience in public policy
• A keen understanding of the legislative process and political landscape
• Strong policy research skills
• Demonstrated ability to learn policy issues quickly and work in new areas with little previous expertise
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Quick analytical thinker, who is able to effectively synthesize, translate, and summarize policy topics for use by internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional attention to detail and proven ability to self-direct work
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with senior-level and peer-level practitioners
• Strong PowerPoint skills
• Professional demeanor and presence
• Team player with clear demonstration of ability to work in a dynamic, team-based, deadline-oriented environment
• Travel up to 10% (while travel of up to 10% is a requirement of the role, due to COVID-19, non-essential travel has been suspended until further notice.)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

• Experience working in the policy or advocacy community