Senior Congressional Investigations Advisor

Cooley is seeking a Senior Congressional Investigations Advisor to join the congressional investigations practice group.

About Cooley: Cooley is a global law firm with an expansive practice and more than 3,000 employees and partners worldwide. We value and celebrate diverse perspectives and strive to create a workplace where every individual can thrive. At the core of Cooley’s success is the exceptional talent and unwavering spirit of our people. We embrace individuality while fostering a ‘one-firm’ culture where collaboration and creativity thrive. Our people are the foundation of our success and the driving force behind everything we do.  

Hybrid Schedule Philosophy: As part of the Cooley culture, we recognize and appreciate the value of being together, in person, to build comradery with others in the office and to be a contributing member of the Cooley office. However, we also appreciate the benefits and flexibility that come from remote working. As such, the default assumption for employees and partners is a hybrid schedule: some in-office presence and some work from home days.

Position summary: The Senior Congressional Investigations Advisor will work closely with the congressional investigations practice group to monitor, analyze and translate fast-moving Capitol Hill oversight activities, committee hearings and legislative developments into strategic client communications, intelligence updates, and promotional and marketing opportunities.  Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Position responsibilities:

·         Independently draft client alerts and intelligence updates.

·         Attend and summarize congressional oversight hearings.

·         Track hearings, congressional letters, investigations, industry trends and current events.

·         Exhibit strong understanding of congressional committees, legislative processes and government investigations.

·         Regularly conduct heavy and complex research and share findings with the practice group.

·         Draft client‑facing talking points, briefings, client alerts, letters, and other materials as requested.

·         Produce regular updates highlighting congressional investigations, media coverage, and other client‑relevant developments for the practice group.

·         Schedule and/or attend meetings for and with members of the Congressional Investigations team, our clients, and with members of Congress as needed.

·         Work with the marketing and client development team to assist with content preparation for client pitches and other marketing materials.

·         Establish credibility and trust with internal and external stakeholders.

·         Identify areas for continued process improvement and efficiency by generating innovative ideas and solutions.

·         All other duties as assigned or required.

 Skills and experience:

Required:

·         After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications

·         Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required

·         Ability to travel, as required

·         7+ years of professional experience working in government investigations, public policy, journalism or Capitol Hill operations

·         Bachelor’s degree

Preferred:

·         JD helpful

·         Prior congressional investigations and congressional research experience

Competencies:

• Displays a solution-oriented approach including being able to look at data points and transform information into actionable insights and reports
• Entrepreneurial by nature
• Excellent attention to detail with high level of accuracy
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple activities often under tight timelines
• Strong judgment
• Exceptional writing and rapid-turnaround research abilities
• Unwavering ability to handle and maintain confidentiality regarding firm information, projects, client data
• High level of professionalism at all times
• Proactive, analytical mindset
• Effective presentation skills
• Able to balance the needs of multiple stakeholders at the same time
• Ability to work independently, manage heavy workload and meet deadlines
• Promotes an environment that supports cohesive, effective, and respectful working relationships

Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices.

EOE.

The expected annual pay range for this position with a full-time schedule is $160,000 - $200,000. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.

We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of vacation, 10 days of sick and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.