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Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Aug 30

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Tallahassee
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's degree, 3+ years in Florida legislative process, 8-10 years in law or government, knowledge of lobby compliance, and advanced skills in Microsoft Office.
  • You will oversee lobbyist registration, manage a team, conduct legislative research, coordinate contributions, handle budgets, and provide client technical assistance while performing billable work.

Requirements

  • - Bachelor’s Degree required
  • - Minimum of three years of experience within the Florida legislative process
  • - Eight to ten years’ experience in a law firm, professional services, or government setting
  • - Ability to understand compliance with regard to federal and state lobby activities
  • - Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows and the Microsoft Office suite of applications, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Responsibilities

  • - Oversight of Florida Lobbyist Registration for Tallahassee’s Government Law & Policy Group
  • - Managing and training a team of legislative assistants
  • - Reviewing and tracking RFPs and RFQs
  • - Coordinating campaign contributions and documentation
  • - Legislative research, tracking, and reports
  • - Budgets, projects, and external communications
  • - Providing technical assistance to clients
  • - Conducting effective billable work
  • Skills & Competencies:
  • - Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
  • - Providing outstanding client services
  • - Being a self-starter and working under pressure
  • - Flexibility and adaptability
  • - Attention to detail and organizational skills
  • - Ability to accommodate irregular hours
  • Qualifications & Prior Experience:
  • - Bachelor’s Degree required
  • - Minimum three years of experience in the Florida legislative process
  • - Eight to ten years of experience in relevant settings
  • - Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

FAQs

What is the position title for this job opportunity?

The position title is Legislative Affairs Manager.

Where is this position located?

This position is located in the Tallahassee office of Greenberg Traurig.

What type of firm is Greenberg Traurig?

Greenberg Traurig is a global law firm.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Legislative Affairs Manager in this role?

The primary responsibilities include providing legislative and legal support, managing lobbyist registration, overseeing a team of legislative assistants, conducting legislative research, and maintaining client relations.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s Degree is required, along with a minimum of three years of experience within the Florida legislative process and eight to ten years of experience in a law firm, professional services, or government setting.

What skills are important for this job?

Important skills include outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities, strong organizational and time management skills, flexibility, adaptability, problem-solving ingenuity, and attention to detail.

Does the position require knowledge of specific software?

Yes, advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows and the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, is required.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position is full-time.

Does Greenberg Traurig have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Greenberg Traurig is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Will candidates be considered without regard to specific personal characteristics?

Yes, candidates are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.

What kind of benefits package is offered for this position?

An excellent benefits package is offered, although specific details are not provided in the job description.

How many clients' interests does the Legislative Affairs Manager need to track?

The Legislative Affairs Manager needs to track bills of interest for over 60 different clients, lobbyists, and firm interests.

Will the candidate need to work irregular hours?

Yes, the successful candidate must be able to accommodate the irregular hours of the State legislature and other deadlines.

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Greenberg Traurig, LLP

More than 2750 attorneys serving clients in 47 locations in the U.S. Europe and the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia

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Employees
1967
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Mission & Purpose

Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2650 attorneys in 47 locations in the United States, Europe and the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm is a 2022 BTI “Highly Recommended Law Firm” for superior client service and is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100 and NLJ 500. Greenberg Traurig is Mansfield Rule 6.0 Certified Plus by The Diversity Lab. The firm is recognized for powering its U.S. offices with 100% renewable energy as certified by the Center for Resource Solutions Green-e® Energy program and is a member of the U.S. EPA’s Green Power Partnership Program. The firm is known for its philanthropic giving, innovation, diversity, and pro bono. Web: www.gtlaw.com.