JOB OF THE WEEK: High Lantern Group Associate Director

High Lantern Group, a strategic positioning firm that works with clients at the intersection of business strategy and public policy to enhance reputation and create value, is hiring an Associate Director to its Washington, D.C. office. The role will combine the exhilaration of a young and growing firm with the stability of a strong revenue stream, solid financial backing, and senior partners.  The position will report directly to a Managing Director out of the Washington, D.C. office.

Job Description

High Lantern Group is seeking a client-facing Associate Director who will execute against client engagements. This person will be responsible for:

• Project management oversight to ensure on-time delivery of our client deliverables;
• Developing research and issue briefs to support client engagements
• Assisting with the execution of client deliverables, including writing, event-management, 3rd party outreach
• Assisting with client pitches and proposals;
• Working directly with existing clients to deliver high quality services and value;
• Attending client meetings to facilitate discussion and ensure accurate tracking of key issues;
• Moderate travel

Requirements

• 3-4 years of prior business experience required. Experience working on a political campaign on Capitol Hill preferred
• Proven ability to organize thoughts and arguments in written and visual form
• Project management experience preferred
• Knowledge of business processes, concerns and strategy
• High energy, resourceful and solution-oriented
• Advanced PowerPoint and Proficient Excel skills required
• MBA or other advanced degree is a plus

If interested, please send resumes to: [email protected]