Senior Federal Lobbyist

Stand Together • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Americans for Prosperity (AFP), part of the Stand Together philanthropic community, is hiring a Senior Federal Lobbyist (internal title: Senior Federal Legislative Liaison) to serve as a principal advocate for AFP’s positions in Washington, D.C. The role works with the Director of Federal Affairs to shape and execute federal legislative strategy, with a focus on economics, energy, and AI and emerging technology. Expertise in donor disclosure laws is also valuable. The position is intended for an accomplished federal lobbyist with a strong Capitol Hill network and a record of advancing policy. The successful candidate will lead advocacy on priority issues, represent AFP before Congress, federal agencies, and the executive branch, and guide coalitions and junior team members. The role calls for a commitment to advancing individual economic opportunity through free markets.

AFP offers competitive benefits, including a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, and wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace. The organization describes a non-hierarchical environment focused on helping employees develop and apply their talents. The anticipated base salary range is $150,000–$225,000 per year, with possible additional bonus compensation. Compensation is individualized based on factors including experience, capabilities, skills, responsibilities, and expected contribution.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of legislative or government affairs experience, including significant federal lobbying or Capitol Hill experience.
• A proven track record of developing and executing government affairs strategies that produced legislative or regulatory results.
• Established relationships and credibility with members of Congress, senior congressional staff, and federal agency officials.
• Experience representing an organization before Congress, federal agencies, and executive branch officials.
• Deep knowledge of the federal legislative and regulatory process, with substantive expertise in economic, energy, or technology policy.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including testifying and presenting to senior policymakers.
• Sound strategic judgment and ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Commitment to advancing individual economic opportunity through free markets.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in donor disclosure and donor privacy policy, including legislative and regulatory issues affecting nonprofit organizations.
• Experience leading coalitions or managing outside lobbying partners.
• Experience mentoring or managing government affairs professionals.
• Deep knowledge of energy policy, AI policy, or emerging technology regulation.
• Experience with lobbying disclosure compliance and registration requirements.
• Enthusiasm for Stand Together’s vision and principled approach to solving problems, and commitment to stewarding a culture that champions transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.

Responsibilities

• Lead AFP’s federal legislative advocacy on economics, energy, and AI and emerging technology, setting strategy and priorities with the Director of Federal Affairs.
• Cultivate and leverage senior-level relationships with members of Congress, chiefs of staff, committee leadership, and federal agency and executive branch officials.
• Represent AFP before Congress, federal agencies, and external audiences, including through testimony and formal comments.
• Develop and execute legislative and regulatory campaigns, from bill introduction through enactment.
• Anticipate legislative and regulatory trends and advise leadership on risks, opportunities, and strategic responses.
• Build and lead coalitions with trade associations, think tanks, and allied organizations to advance shared policy objectives.
• Oversee development of position papers, testimony, fact sheets, and other advocacy materials.
• Partner with policy, legal, communications, and research teams to align advocacy with organizational priorities.
• Mentor and guide federal legislative liaisons and other government affairs team members.

Benefits

• 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting.
• Flexible time off.
• Comprehensive health and dental plans.
• Wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
• Possible additional bonus compensation.
• Non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop, and apply their talents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed