Public Law and Policy Fellow (FARA)

Akin•Washington, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is seeking a Public Law and Policy Fellow to support its Public Law and Policy practice, with a particular focus on Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) matters and clients. The Fellow will work under the general supervision and direction of assigned attorneys, advisors, or practice management and will be based in the Washington, DC office, with hybrid work capabilities. FARA registration is required to perform the role, and the Fellow must be eligible to register as a lobbyist under the Foreign Agents Registration Act. The Fellow will research, monitor, and analyze policy issues relevant to clients, prepare client-facing materials, and support legislative and regulatory work. The role requires a commitment to superior service, teamwork, continuous improvement, confidentiality, and the firm’s Core Values. The position is full-time and regular, with a stated schedule of 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and is classified as non-exempt. The anticipated base salary is $62,000. Actual salary may depend on factors including relevant education, qualifications, experience, certifications or licenses, job-related knowledge and skills, business needs, and work location. The total compensation package may also include health and other insurance benefits, financial and other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility), a discretionary bonus, and paid time off benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Must be eligible to register as a lobbyist under the Foreign Agents Registration Act; FARA registration is required for the role.
Understanding of political and legislative processes.
Understanding of regulatory and administrative processes.
Strong research, writing, and monitoring skills.
Ability to work proactively and demonstrate initiative.
Ability to work independently, multitask, and prioritize competing tasks under pressure and time constraints.
Ability to work in a team setting and collaborate with peers.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client, firm, and office information and adhering to the Firm’s Core Values.
Commitment to professional growth and development.
Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Comfort with video conferencing systems such as Zoom.

Nice To Haves

Background in policy, business, and the regulatory and legislative processes.
Familiarity with and a strong background in international affairs, foreign policy, and FARA requirements.

Responsibilities

Maintain a working knowledge of the legislative process, Capitol Hill, and the Executive Branch.
Keep abreast of pending legislation, regulations, industry trends, and current events that affect clients and prospective clients.
Monitor and report on media relevant to clients and their interests.
Attend and summarize Congressional hearings and markups.
Conduct extensive, in-depth, time-sensitive research and package findings.
Draft client-facing talking points, articles, briefings, client alerts, letters, and other memoranda.
Coordinate and/or attend meetings with Members of Congress or their staff alongside the Public Law & Policy team, other practices, and clients.
Research and monitor legislative, regulatory, and international affairs policy developments relevant to Akin’s FARA clients.
Prepare summaries, analyses, and briefing materials on key issues and policies of interest to FARA clients.
Perform other legislative support functions as required.