Senior Manager, Research

Flex is seeking a mid-level professional based in Washington, DC, to advance the trade organization’s policy priorities.

The Senior Manager of Research will:

• Serve as point on Flex research initiatives—including surveys, polls, and economic reports—that support industry policy priorities at the federal, state, and local levels
• Distill original research into easily understandable stats, fact sheets, and create collateral on behalf of the industry
• Serve as point to track key federal and state regulatory initiatives that affect Flex’s member companies and the broader app-based economy
• Work with member companies drive regulatory advocacy strategies
• Write clear, concise policy briefs, issue briefings, and other reports that communicate policy information to a wide range of stakeholders, including policymakers and industry partners.
• Assist in drafting advocacy materials such as visual one-pagers, presentations, research reports, press releases, blog posts, and newsletters.
• Contribute to Congressional advocacy, including engaging with staff as necessary.
• Present Flex positions in public at forums, events, and official meetings. 

 

Qualifications:

• 5+ years relevant work experience in policy.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and engaging manner
• Proven ability to conduct thorough research, analyze policy implications, write and synthesize information clearly, and generate actionable insights and communications 

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at a trade association, think tank, public affairs firm, or advocacy organization.
• Independent judgment and ability to identify challenges and opportunities.
• Experience organizing and structuring research projects for advocacy purposes.
• Ability to execute successful policy strategies with a dynamic set of member companies.
• High energy and willingness to play a flexible role in a small but growing team.

 

Benefits:

• Salary range of $125-175k and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a growing organization.
• A collaborative, innovative, and flexible work environment.

 

To apply, please send a resume with the subject line “Senior Manager – Research” to info@flexassociation.org. Selected applicants will be asked to craft a writing sample.