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Government Relations Associate<\/strong>
\nThis position is based in Austin, TX and is a direct hire position. Travel to Dallas and Houston is required as requested or as client needs dictate. Additional travel may be required based on legislative, business, and client needs.
\nThe position will operate on a hybrid schedule based on travel, legislative activity, and business needs.<\/p>\n

ABOUT THE ROLE<\/strong>
\nSeeking a Government Relations Associate to support the day-to-day lobbying and client service work of our government relations practice. Working directly with the Managing Director of Government Affairs, you will be a hands-on partner in every part of our advocacy work, including tracking legislation, monitoring relevant news and political developments, preparing materials, attending hearings, meeting with legislative offices, and keeping clients informed.
\nThis position requires an experienced, proactive professional who is comfortable working independently and anticipating the needs of the Managing Director and clients. The successful candidate will be polished, professional, well-spoken, and confident communicating with legislators, legislative staff, agency officials, clients, and other stakeholders.
\nYou will also work closely with colleagues supporting their client government relations needs and helping ensure a seamless experience across the firm.<\/p>\n

Government Relations Associate Role:<\/strong>
\nLobbying Support and Advocacy<\/strong>
\n* Assist the Managing Director in executing legislative and regulatory strategies on behalf of clients
\n* Meet with legislators, legislative staff, agency officials, and stakeholders to advance client priorities, both alongside the Managing Director and independently as appropriate
\n* Build and maintain working relationships with legislative offices, committee staff, and agency personnel
\n* Help draft testimony, bill language, amendments, and position statements
\n* Represent the Managing Director and government affairs team professionally in meetings and discussions when appropriate
\n* Ensure all lobbying activity complies with Texas Ethics Commission rules and other applicable laws
\nClient Service<\/strong>
\n* Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for clients, coordinating communication between clients and the GRPR team
\n* Prepare and deliver regular updates on legislative developments, advocacy efforts, and potential impacts on client interests
\n* Draft client-specific materials such as policy briefs, talking points, one-pagers, and legislative action summaries
\n* Coordinate client meetings, briefings, Capitol visits, and events
\n* Proactively identify follow-up items and anticipate client and leadership needs
\nResearch and Analysis<\/strong>
\n* Research legislative issues, policies, regulatory matters, political developments, and trends affecting clients
\n* Monitor relevant news and developments that may impact clients or legislative priorities
\n* Prepare reports, position papers, and presentations for client and legislative meetings
\n* Support research for prospective client pitches and proposals as requested
\nLegislative Monitoring<\/strong>
\n* Track bills, amendments, and rule changes relevant to client interests
\n* Monitor legislative calendars, committee schedules, interim hearings, agency meetings, and relevant news developments
\n* Attend hearings and meetings and provide timely summaries to the team and clients
\n* Identify legislative or political developments requiring immediate attention or follow-up
\n* Maintain accurate records of lobbying activity, including contact lists, meeting notes, and follow-up items
\nFirm Collaboration<\/strong>
\n* Support Gray Reed and Gray Reed Advisory colleagues on client matters with government relations components
\n* Assist the Managing Director with business development efforts
\nGovernment Relations Associate Background Profile:
\n* Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, public relations, communications, or a related field<\/p>\n

BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS (must-have)<\/strong><\/p>\n