Associate-Business Development and Special Assistant to the Managing Partner

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Join to apply for the Associate-Business Development and Special Assistant to the Managing Partner role at DGA Group

Associate-Business Development and Special Assistant to the Managing Partner

Join to apply for the Associate-Business Development and Special Assistant to the Managing Partner role at DGA Group

This is the ﬁrm’s entry-level position for DGA-Albright Stonebridge Group’s Business Development (BD) team. The BD Associate will provide administrative support to the BD team ,prepare internal and external documents, update and maintain applicable databases, contribute to the development and implementation of relevant policies and strategic priorities, and other special projects that support the ﬁrm’s business development and marketing initiatives across sectors and regions.

In addition to their work on the BD team, the Associate will serve as Special Assistant to the Managing Partner of DGA-Albright Stonebridge Group, providing support on scheduling, meeting preparations and follow-up activities, travel, administration, and strategic initiatives.

Location

Washington, DC (hybrid, with a minimum of three days per week in the office)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Works as an integral member of DGA-ASG’s BD team, collaborating closely with the ﬁrm's regional practices, and managing research and writing assignments on a broad range of client prospects.

Manages administrative functions and tasks of the Managing Partner/Head of BD and the BD team; arranging schedules, appointments, meetings, travel, invoices, and providing organizational support for internal/external business development meetings.

Supports firmwide initiatives, events, and projects at the direction of the Managing Partner.

Supports the BD team with the implementation of the ﬁrm’s business development and marketing plan.

Prepares and edits detailed research memos, presentations, and other Participates in meetings and transcribes/distributes meeting minutes, as appropriate.

Begins to learn DGA-ASG best practices in research and product delivery, including the use of ASG proprietary knowledge and diverse sources of public information, working closely with senior staﬀ.

Supports the BD team’s work with regional practices to help colleagues identify and drive business development or growth opportunities with potential and current clients.

Supports regional/sector practices in tracking and maintaining business develop priorities through the ﬁrm’s CRM database.

Manage and update relevant opportunities in our CRM, working closely with regional team colleagues.

Track internal and external event opportunities for the BDCM team.

Expectations of a DGA-ASG Associate

Manage time pressure without compromising quality

Be accountable for consistency

Be comfortable in a start-up environment

Contribute to a culture of collaboration

Take initiative and solve problems

Learn from mistakes (we all make them)

Have a team-first mindset, always looking for ways to pitch in to help your coworkers to succeed inside and outside of work

Help drive diversity, equity and inclusion by actively creating a supportive and engaging work environment for the team

Understand confidentiality and act with integrity at all times

Qualifications

Minimum of zero to three years of relevant professional experience

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Proactive and able to lead creative assignments on short timelines

Able to effectively manage multiple simultaneous projects

About DGA

DGA Group is a global advisory firm that helps clients protect - and grow - what they have built in today’s complex business environment. We understand the challenges and opportunities in an increasingly regulated and interconnected world. Leveraging the expertise and experience of our team at Albright Stonebridge Group, a leader in global strategy and commercial diplomacy, and a deep bench of communications, public affairs, government relations and business intelligence consultants, we help clients navigate and shape global policy, reputational, and financial issues. To learn more, visit dgagroup.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DGA Group is committed to equal opportunity in recruitment and employment practices and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination. No job applicant or employee receives unfavorable treatment on the grounds of color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or any other status protected by law.

To Apply

Please upload a cover letter and writing sample along with a resume. Include all documents in one PDF attachment - cover letter, writing sample, and resume.

Equal Opportunity EmployerThis is the ﬁrm’s entry-level position for DGA-Albright Stonebridge Group’s Business Development (BD) team. The BD Associate will provide administrative support to the BD team ,prepare internal and external documents, update and maintain applicable databases, contribute to the development and implementation of relevant policies and strategic priorities, and other special projects that support the ﬁrm’s business development and marketing initiatives across sectors and regions.