Deputy Government Relations Leader

Location: Washington DC Metro

Company

hirify.global provides professional services to middle-market clients globally across assurance, tax, and consulting.

What you will do

• Support the development and execution of the firm’s public policy and government affairs strategy.
• Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory developments and provide actionable policy insights.
• Build relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, Executive Branch officials, industry associations, and policy coalitions.
• Align public policy priorities with business objectives, client service, business development, and go-to-market strategies.
• Develop position papers, comment letters, testimony, policy briefs, and executive advocacy materials.
• Coordinate external lobbying firms and consultants, while supporting reporting, performance management, risk, and compliance activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 12–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in federal policy development or government affairs.
• Significant experience in senior Capitol Hill roles such as Chief of Staff, Legislative Director, or Policy Director, or equivalent experience.
• Strong relationships with Members of Congress, congressional committees, key staff, government organizations, trade associations, and policy groups.
• Deep knowledge of the federal legislative and regulatory process, including rulemaking and committee procedures.
• Knowledge of lobbying laws, compliance requirements, ethical standards, and strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree such as JD, MPP, MBA, or a related field.
• Experience with Senate Banking, House Financial Services, Senate Finance, Ways and Means, Appropriations, or Budget Committees.
• Experience advising congressional or major policy organization leadership.
• Background in professional services, financial services, or regulatory environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment with a competitive benefits and compensation package.
• Flexible scheduling to help balance personal demands and client service.
• Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities.