Chief U.S. Policy Strategist (Washington)
55 Exec Search, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Director, U.S. Policy Advisory & Government Affairs
Washington, D.C.
We are conducting a
retained search
for a Senior Director, U.S. Policy Advisory & Government Affairs, a role intentionally designed for
current or recently departed senior Republican congressional leaders and committee staff
seeking a high-impact transition into the private sector.
This position is purpose-built for individuals who have operated at the
centre of power on Capitol Hill
and are ready to apply their political judgment, policy expertise, and Republican network to global markets.
Our Client Our client is a
respected U.S.-based global advisory firm
specialising in policy forecasting, economic strategy, and political risk. Their work directly informs major decisions made by Global corporates, Hedge funds and asset managers, Private equity firms and International financial institutions, including leading Japanese and Chinese investment banks.
The firm sits at the intersection of
Washington decision-making and global capital , translating U.S. political dynamics into clear, market-relevant insight.
What You Will Do As Senior Director, you will:
Produce
crisp, investor-ready political analysis
connecting Congress, the White House, regulatory agencies, and markets
Write
tight, two-page analytical briefs
distilling complex political developments into actionable insight
Provide
bottom-line political judgments
for hedge funds, asset managers, private equity firms, corporates, and global banks
Serve as a
trusted advisor
to senior global executives navigating U.S. political risk
Respond rapidly to client requests with tailored, high-confidence insight
Lead senior-level client engagements, including briefings, roundtables, webinars, and private sessions
Collaborate with research and commercial teams to expand a sophisticated global client base
Your analysis will directly influence
major investment decisions
and the strategic thinking of Fortune 100 leaders and international financial institutions.
What We’re Looking For Required Background & Experience
10+ years’ experience
in U.S. policy, politics, or congressional leadership
Senior leadership experience on Capitol Hill, including:
Chief of Staff
Deputy Chief of Staff
Majority or Minority Staff Director
Legislative Director or Communications Director at the leadership level
Deep Republican network
and credibility with GOP leadership
Strong familiarity with
Trump-era policymaking , current legislative priorities, and intra-party dynamics
Ability to deliver
clear, decisive judgments
without extensive runway
Exceptional Writing & Communication Skills (Critical) This is a
writing-intensive, judgment-driven role . Success depends on:
Proven ability to write
concise, high-impact political analysis
for sophisticated audiences
Comfort tailoring tone and framing for:
Hedge funds and asset managers
Corporates and CEOs
International financial institutions
Ability to translate political complexity into
clear, actionable insight
without losing nuance
Confidence delivering bottom-line conclusions with sharp supporting logic
Additional Requirements
Deep understanding of legislative process, fiscal policy, regulation, and political risk
Ability to perform under time pressure
Based in
Washington, D.C.
(flexibility for exceptional candidates)
Whom We Are Seeking We are targeting
senior Republican Capitol Hill professionals , including:
Primary Target Profiles
Chiefs of Staff or Deputy Chiefs of Staff
to U.S. Senators or Members of Congress
Majority or Minority Staff Directors
Chiefs of Staff to Committee Chairs or Ranking Members
Senior Committee leadership staff with broad jurisdiction and decision-making authority
Committee Leadership Backgrounds of Interest We are particularly interested in candidates with senior staff leadership experience on the following committees:
U.S. Senate
Senate Appropriations
Senate Finance
Senate Foreign Relations
Senate Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs
Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation
Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions (HELP)
U.S. House of Representatives
House Ways & Means
House Appropriations
House Oversight & Accountability
House Budget
Candidates may be
currently serving
or have
recently completed their tenure
on the Hill.
Why This Role This position allows you to:
Remain
central to U.S. politics
without the constraints of Capitol Hill
Apply your judgment to
global markets and corporate strategy
Join a respected global advisory platform where
Washington expertise is the differentiator
Maintain the pace, relevance, and intellectual challenge of senior Hill leadership — with
private-sector compensation
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We are conducting a
retained search
for a Senior Director, U.S. Policy Advisory & Government Affairs, a role intentionally designed for
current or recently departed senior Republican congressional leaders and committee staff
seeking a high-impact transition into the private sector.
This position is purpose-built for individuals who have operated at the
centre of power on Capitol Hill
and are ready to apply their political judgment, policy expertise, and Republican network to global markets.
Our Client Our client is a
respected U.S.-based global advisory firm
specialising in policy forecasting, economic strategy, and political risk. Their work directly informs major decisions made by Global corporates, Hedge funds and asset managers, Private equity firms and International financial institutions, including leading Japanese and Chinese investment banks.
The firm sits at the intersection of
Washington decision-making and global capital , translating U.S. political dynamics into clear, market-relevant insight.
What You Will Do As Senior Director, you will:
Produce
crisp, investor-ready political analysis
connecting Congress, the White House, regulatory agencies, and markets
Write
tight, two-page analytical briefs
distilling complex political developments into actionable insight
Provide
bottom-line political judgments
for hedge funds, asset managers, private equity firms, corporates, and global banks
Serve as a
trusted advisor
to senior global executives navigating U.S. political risk
Respond rapidly to client requests with tailored, high-confidence insight
Lead senior-level client engagements, including briefings, roundtables, webinars, and private sessions
Collaborate with research and commercial teams to expand a sophisticated global client base
Your analysis will directly influence
major investment decisions
and the strategic thinking of Fortune 100 leaders and international financial institutions.
What We’re Looking For Required Background & Experience
10+ years’ experience
in U.S. policy, politics, or congressional leadership
Senior leadership experience on Capitol Hill, including:
Chief of Staff
Deputy Chief of Staff
Majority or Minority Staff Director
Legislative Director or Communications Director at the leadership level
Deep Republican network
and credibility with GOP leadership
Strong familiarity with
Trump-era policymaking , current legislative priorities, and intra-party dynamics
Ability to deliver
clear, decisive judgments
without extensive runway
Exceptional Writing & Communication Skills (Critical) This is a
writing-intensive, judgment-driven role . Success depends on:
Proven ability to write
concise, high-impact political analysis
for sophisticated audiences
Comfort tailoring tone and framing for:
Hedge funds and asset managers
Corporates and CEOs
International financial institutions
Ability to translate political complexity into
clear, actionable insight
without losing nuance
Confidence delivering bottom-line conclusions with sharp supporting logic
Additional Requirements
Deep understanding of legislative process, fiscal policy, regulation, and political risk
Ability to perform under time pressure
Based in
Washington, D.C.
(flexibility for exceptional candidates)
Whom We Are Seeking We are targeting
senior Republican Capitol Hill professionals , including:
Primary Target Profiles
Chiefs of Staff or Deputy Chiefs of Staff
to U.S. Senators or Members of Congress
Majority or Minority Staff Directors
Chiefs of Staff to Committee Chairs or Ranking Members
Senior Committee leadership staff with broad jurisdiction and decision-making authority
Committee Leadership Backgrounds of Interest We are particularly interested in candidates with senior staff leadership experience on the following committees:
U.S. Senate
Senate Appropriations
Senate Finance
Senate Foreign Relations
Senate Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs
Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation
Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions (HELP)
U.S. House of Representatives
House Ways & Means
House Appropriations
House Oversight & Accountability
House Budget
Candidates may be
currently serving
or have
recently completed their tenure
on the Hill.
Why This Role This position allows you to:
Remain
central to U.S. politics
without the constraints of Capitol Hill
Apply your judgment to
global markets and corporate strategy
Join a respected global advisory platform where
Washington expertise is the differentiator
Maintain the pace, relevance, and intellectual challenge of senior Hill leadership — with
private-sector compensation
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