FGS Global is the world’s leading stakeholder strategy firm, with approximately 1,400 professionals around the world, advising clients in navigating critical issues and reputational challenges. The Director, Government Affairs (Tax/International Trade) will be based in our Washington, D.C. office and play an important role advising clients – across all industry sectors – on federal tax and trade policies and working collaboratively to develop and implement advocacy strategies.  

What You’ll Do

• Drive impactful change: Develop and execute advocacy strategies that help clients across multiple sectors meet their goals in the areas of tax and international trade policy.
• Be a trusted advisor: Guide clients through the rapidly evolving landscape of tax and trade policy and regulation, delivering actionable insights that make a difference for our clients.
• Lead with purpose: Manage projects with a focus on delivering results, building client relationships, and meeting deadlines.
• Build powerful networks: Build and maintain relationships with key policymakers and regulators in Congress, the Administration, and relevant agencies.
• Stay ahead of the curve: Monitor legislative, regulatory, and industry trends across sectors and advise clients on potential risks and opportunities.
• Champion client interests: Represent clients in meetings with government officials, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
• Delivering superior products: Develop high-quality written materials to effectively communicate and advance client objectives, including policy analysis, corporate narratives, Congressional testimony, and other advocacy materials.

ATTRIBUTES

• Minimum of 8+ years of experience, with a minimum of 5 years on Capitol Hill.
• Deep knowledge of tax policy required. Knowledge of international trade policy strongly preferred.
• Strong project management skills, with the proven ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and deliver on tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex topics and persuasively articulate policy positions to diverse audiences verbally and in writing.
• Able to build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including clients, policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and other influencers.
• Strong-interpersonal skills who works well in teams and values relationships but is also able to work independently with an entrepreneurial spirit.