Fellow, McLarty Trade Practice

Ankura•Washington, DC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports McLarty Associates’ Trade practice, a team focused on strategic advisory services aimed towards industrial policy, tech, and global trade interests. We are seeking a bright, resourceful individual for an entry-level, paid, fellowship to support our Trade practice. We are seeking an individual who can work 40 hours/week starting in September. This position is based in Washington, DC and fellows will be expected to work in person at least twice a week. As a fellow, you will work on a variety of projects with different engagement teams. The program aims to give you exposure to the breadth of our services and client work. You will work closely with our professionals – Associate through Director – and gain first-hand experience in consulting. Your assignments may involve work in news tracking, political analysis, memo writing, and/or note-taking at client meetings. Fellows perform a wide range of functions that may include monitoring news outlets; preparing presentations and other client deliverables; conducting research and analysis of economic, political, trade, technology, public policy, international, financial, and business issues; assisting firm-wide communications; assisting professional staff with general office and administrative support; and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Political Science, International Relations, International Policy or related major. Bachelor's degree candidates with strong relevant experience will be considered.
Exceptionally organized with an independent and creative nature
Inclined to take initiative and anticipate the needs of the team
Attentive to details
Able to multi-task and complete tasks in a timely manner
Able to manage and adapt to changing priorities, to remain poised under pressure, and to juggle multiple projects at a time
Able to operate in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism, mature judgment, and confidentiality
Skilled communicators
Strong critical thinkers
Strong researchers and writers
Proficient with PowerPoint, Excel, Office 365, Adobe Acrobat, and other business applications and media platforms
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in one or more foreign languages is preferred, but not required.
Experience or interest in trade policy is a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitoring news outlets for relevant trade developments
Compiling biographies, preparing presentations and client deliverables
Conducting research and analysis of economic, political, trade, technology, public policy, international, financial, and business issues
Attending and reporting on speeches, panel discussions, and policy forums of interest to the firm and clients
Other duties as assigned