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Labor & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
Salary not disclosed

We are working with two Am Law 50 firms seeking a Labor & Employment Associate for their Washington, D.C. office, one seeking a candidate with 4 to 7 years of experience and the other seeking 3 to 4 years of experience.

The first role is targeting an attorney with 4 to 7 years of experience and is primarily employer-side litigation (class action, wage and hour and discrimination) with some advice and investigations work as well.

The second role seeks an associate with 3 to 4 years of employment litigation experience. The firm advises employers of all sizes in matters such as class and collective actions; wage and hour; wrongful termination; discrimination, harassment, retaliation; employment agreements and layoffs.

The ideal candidate will have strong litigation skills; experience researching, drafting, and arguing motions; taking and defending depositions; and executing complex fact investigations and analysis. Admission to the D.C. bar is required.

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Assistant General Counsel-Securities/Governance
Salary not disclosed
Washington D.C, District of Columbia 1 week ago

Our client, a dynamic energy company, is seeking a junior level lawyer, 4-6 years with a major law firm, to join their expanding legal team, focusing on public company work ('33 & '34 Act; 10K's and 10Q's; corporate governance regarding entity management).

This role will interact regularly with all levels of management.

In office full time is mandatory.

Compensation will equal or exceed big law.

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Corporate Partner or Counsel
Salary not disclosed
Washington D.C, District of Columbia 1 week ago

Lateral Link is working with a remote corporate boutique firm that is looking to add a couple attorneys to their busy and thriving M&A practice.

The firm is largely built of former Big Law attorneys, and provides reasonable hours and work/life balance.

No portables are required.

The firm offers a flexible remote model and would consider attorneys anywhere on the East Coast.

There is no billable requirement, but rather, a reasonable target.

No portables are required for this position.

Service Partners are welcome to apply for this opportunity as there is no expectation to bring in business either immediately or ever.

The firm promotes and fosters work/life balance and frequently draw attorneys from much larger firms due to their sophisticated and challenging work and flexible model.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact me at or 54

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Legal Practice Assistant (Washington, DC)
Salary not disclosed
Washington D.C, District of Columbia 1 week ago

ABOUT JENNER & BLOCK

Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with a fearless reputation and global reach, high-level problem solvers in litigation, government controversies, investigations, regulatory challenges, and complex corporate transactions. With offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, the firm represents a wide range of clients, counseling Fortune 100 companies, large privately held corporations, major nonprofits, top universities, private equity investors, and Native American tribes. Consistently recognized as a firm that stands up for its values with its commitment to justice and community service, Jenner has been named the No. 1 pro bono firm 13 times in the United States by The American Lawyer.

Jenner & Block offers a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off, in addition to other offerings.

OVERVIEW

The Legal Practice Assistant, working under the supervision of the Washington, DC Director of Assistant Development & Support, will take direction from and operate in support of several lawyers in the performance of a variety of administrative duties as assigned. The Legal Practice Assistant is a non‐exempt position. The hours are 8:45-5:15 PM, Monday ‐ Friday and additional hours as required.

REQUIRED JOB FUNCTIONS

The Legal Practice Assistant must be proficient in the following:

  • Receive assignments from partners, associates, and lawyers and perform tasks as requested; update requestor regarding receipt and status of tasks/projects, and consistently meet agreed upon deadlines.
  • Input attorney time into the Web Time time-entry program. Educate timekeepers about appropriate time entry requirements and standards.
  • Work with the Billing department in all aspects of the billing cycle, including but not limited to the review of client billing for accuracy, edits to content/grammar; resolution of billing problems; and efficient changes to the process.
  • Prepare attorney expense reimbursements and process client-related vendor invoices for payment.
  • Sort, open, prioritize and route incoming mail. Prepare outgoing mail including U.S.P.S., U.P.S. and Federal Express. Coordinate messenger pick-ups and deliveries when necessary.
  • Coordinate attorneys' firm and client-related meeting set-ups, including but not limited to conference calls, zoom meetings and in-person meetings.
  • Maintain calendar and contacts for attorneys. Maintain electronic filing system via Outlook.
  • Perform document conversions, e.g., PDF to Word, etc.
  • Handle telephone calls from internal and external sources including taking accurate messages and appropriately routing calls.
  • Coordinate prints, scans and duplicating projects with Digital Document Center or Print/Mail Centers.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements (air, hotel, rail, car rental and black car) with firm-provided travel agency.
  • Coordinate the New Matter Intake process. Initiate Conflicts Checks. Prepare, finalize, and distribute new client Engagement Letters, New Business Memo, etc. Follow-up with client to ensure receipt of fully executed Engagement Letter.
  • Maintain physical client files including creation of records via records software.
  • Prepare inactive case files and attorney materials for off-site storage.
  • Perform other related duties, special projects, and assignments as required.
  • Assist other administrative assistants in back-up support and vacation coverage.

PREFFERED JOB FUNCTIONS

  • The ability to e-File in both Federal and State Court. (For LA and San Francisco offices)
  • Assist with the preparation of presentation materials for firm and client audiences.
  • Prepare correspondence, memoranda, and legal documents such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas from various sources of origination (handwritten, typed copy, electronic copy, tape transcription, etc.).
  • Finalize legal briefs by ensuring styles are consistent throughout and preparing Table of Contents, Table of Authorities, and redlining documents.
  • Proofread memoranda and factual and legal documents.
  • General understanding of the litigation process or practice group transaction from case or transaction inception to closure.

COMPETENCIES

  • Demonstrated willingness to take initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team environment with a customer service focus.
  • Skilled in collaborating with staff/team members in a complex matrix management environment and managing associate, attorney, and paralegal expectations.
  • Discernment to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment.
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
  • Great client service skills, including being comfortable interacting with firm clients.
  • Excellent organizational skills, ability to effectively prioritize workload, and strong attention to detail.
  • Must be able to follow directions.
  • Sound business judgment.
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Demonstrated foresight to anticipate lawyers' needs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

  • Proficient in basic computer applications including Windows 11 and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet business needs. Able to work overtime as needed.
  • LTC4 or Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification preferred.
  • College degree preferred or equivalent work experience.

Disclaimer

Additional Duties

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the primary duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all tasks or responsibilities that may be assigned. The role may include additional duties, specialized projects, and other tasks as required. The firm reserves the right to modify or adjust the responsibilities to meet business needs.

Physical Requirements

Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including the ability to commute to the office as required on designated in-office days based on the position. The firm is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for qualified individuals with disabilities.

EEO Statement

Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual's race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates.

Jenner & Block is proud to offer a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health & well-being benefits and 401k profit sharing. The anticipated pay range for this role is $70,000 to $110,000 in Washington, DC. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on several factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

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Tax Partner
Salary not disclosed
Washington D.C, District of Columbia 1 week ago

Our client is seeking an experienced Tax Partner to join its market-leading Tax Practice in Washington, DC. This is an opportunity for a senior tax lawyer to join a highly respected team advising premier corporate, institutional, and private clients on their most complex and high-stakes tax matters. The partner will play a meaningful role in the continued growth of the Washington, DC tax practice while benefiting from the firm's strong national and international reputation for effective tax advocacy.

Responsibilities:

  • Advise clients on complex federal, state, and international tax matters, including tax controversies and litigation, tax policy, international tax, private client matters, trusts and estates, transactional tax, employee benefits and executive compensation, and matters involving exempt organisations.
  • Represent clients before the IRS, the Treasury Department, U.S. courts, Congress, and foreign tax authorities, including through competent authority proceedings.
  • Provide strategic tax advice on the tax aspects of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, financings, and investment arrangements, drawing on deep experience in corporate, partnership, and international tax.
  • Lead and grow client relationships while actively contributing to the expansion of the firm's tax practice.
  • Mentor and develop associates and junior lawyers within the team.
  • Contribute to the firm's thought leadership through speaking engagements, publications, teaching, and participation in leading tax professional organisations.

Qualifications:

  • J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the District of Columbia Bar or eligibility to waive in.
  • Significant experience handling sophisticated tax planning, transactional, or controversy matters gained at a leading law firm, government agency, or both.
  • Demonstrated expertise across core areas of tax law with a strong understanding of evolving judicial practice, procedures, strategy, and tactics.
  • A portable book of business.
  • Proven ability to manage complex matters, lead teams, and deliver exceptional client service.
  • Strong professional reputation and commitment to contributing to the development of tax law.

Benefits:

  • Opportunity to join a widely respected, market-leading tax practice with a strong national and international profile.
  • Work alongside an extraordinary group of practitioners.
  • Access to high-quality, sophisticated work for premier corporate, institutional, and private clients.
  • A collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment that supports professional growth and leadership.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and business development track record to Louis Rosenthal ( ) or you can hit apply now.

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Administrative Legal Assistant (Global)
Salary not disclosed
Washington, DC 1 week ago

Administrative Legal Assistant (Global)

Washington, DC (Georgetown area. *Local candidates only)

$38-45hr ( Weekly pay +Medical Benefits)

6-12 month contract (Excellent potential for extension or permanent)

Full- time M-F (Hybrid. Onsite 2-3 days a week)



*Requires 2-10 yrs experience as a Legal Assistant, Admin Assistant or Executive assistant for a larger global company



Our client is passionate about building software that solves problems. They partner with the most important institutions in the world to transform how they use data and technology. Their software has been used to stop terrorist attacks, discover new medicines, gain an edge in global financial markets, and more. They are a public American company that specializes in software platforms for big data analytics. The company facilitates machine-assisted and human-driven data analysis.

As a Legal Operations Assistant supporting our Legal team, you will be handling a variety of professional and personal responsibilities, including expenses, travel, and calendaring. You are very organized and thrive off of enabling the people you support to be as productive and impactful as possible. You’ll leverage your excellent communication skills, and exercise tact and diplomacy in helping to manage relationships with stakeholders both internal and external. In this role you'll also demonstrate good judgment and strategic thinking by understanding competing priorities and prioritizing accordingly. professional and personal responsibilities, including expenses, travel, and calendaring. You are very organized and thrive off of enabling the people you support to be as productive and impactful as possible. You’ll leverage your excellent communication skills, and exercise tact and diplomacy in helping to manage relationships with stakeholders both internal and external. In this role you'll also demonstrate good judgment and strategic thinking by understanding competing priorities and prioritizing accordingly.



Core Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support to the Legal team
  • Handle complex calendars on an ongoing basis and prioritize commitments to maximize time and productivity
  • Book travel arrangements (domestic and international)
  • Track and process expense reports
  • Provide in office support including arranging any couriers, fillings, maintaining and organizing team resources
  • Help plan, support, and execute office events and external gatherings
  • Work both autonomously and in collaboration with teammates, colleagues, and external contacts


What We Value



  • 2+ yrs experience as a Legal Assistant, Admin Assistant or Executive assistant for a larger global company
  • Requires experience in supported global teams; not just in the US but internationally (London, Australia, etc.)
  • Experience supporting legal teams is a plus
  • Experience with scheduling complex international and domestic travel itineraries
  • Requires experience handling complex calendars in relations to scheduling calls, well versed scheduling meetings in different times globally
  • Experience supporting legal teams is a plus
  • Experience with scheduling complex international and domestic travel itineraries
  • Requires experience handling complex calendars in relations to scheduling calls, well versed scheduling meetings in different times globally
  • Requires experience supporting multiple team members; 2-3 Sr lead team members
  • Experience with Concur or similar for expense reporting
  • Experience with Navan or similar supporting travel arrangements
  • Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Must be tech software savvy
  • Must have excellent communication skills; inspire, build trust and confidence.
  • Requires being extremely proactive, problem solver and seeks out solutions.
  • Strong attention to detail; able to manage travel and calendar scheduling with no errors
  • Ability to interact with a wide range of teams internally and externally with thoughtfulness and tact
  • High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion in both internal and external interactions
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Field Sales Representative
Salary not disclosed
Bethesda, MD 1 week ago

FIELD SALES AND MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE – Techtronic Industries, NA (TTI)

About Us:

TTI (Techtronic Industries) is a fast-paced, high energy, organization that rewards out-of-the-box thinking to foster innovation allowing us to be the best in our industry. We provide a multi-faceted training program and hands-on field experience that will stimulate, challenge, and reward you.

TTI is a world-class leader in design, manufacturing and marketing of power tools and accessories, outdoor product equipment, and floor care products. Our consumers range from professional and industrial users in the home improvement, repair, and construction industries to homeowners & DIY enthusiasts. Our unrelenting strategic focus on powerful brands, innovative products, operational excellence, and exceptional people drives our culture. This focus and drive provides TTI with a powerful platform for sustainable leadership and strong growth.

Our brands and products are recognized worldwide for their deep heritage, superior quality, outstanding performance, and compelling innovation. Our products include professional power tools and accessories, outdoor power equipment, and floor care. Our brands include Milwaukee®, AEG®, Ryobi®, Hart ®, Oreck®, Hoover®, Dirt Devil® and Vax®.

In this position, you will drive sales of our premier product lines within one of our largest retail partners. This position will allow you to enhance your selling, account management, and communication skills while launching your career in a fast-paced and extremely rewarding company.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Exceed sales targets by delivering best-in-class Business to Consumer sales and customer service within The Home Depot, engaging directly with customers to understand their needs and recommend tailored TTI product solutions, all while demonstrating deep product knowledge and enthusiasm
  • Plan and execute promotional events, product demos, and store walks to drive consumer engagement and increase product sell-through
  • Support and implement strategic corporate brand marketing initiatives and promotional activities to increase brand awareness and drive sell-through
  • Ensure brand presence and sales-readiness through strategic merchandising, optimal product placement, and completion of store objectives and resets—leveraging data analytics through Microsoft Power BI to drive decisions and maximize impact
  • Develop a strong understanding of the retail marketplace, including customer profiles, product applications, competitive landscape, and channel dynamics
  • Participate in TTI’s world class training program to be equipped with the knowledge to work independently within your assigned market
  • Build and manage relationships with The Home Depot team members to enhance in-store execution and cultivate long-term business partnerships
  • Effectively manage inventory levels through down-stocking, maintaining product accessibility, and ensure prompt reporting of all tasks and responsibilities
  • Participate in merchandising resets to support TTI’s relentless innovation, ensuring the timely placement of cutting-edge products and solutions that drive growth, competitive advantage, and meet evolving market needs, all while adhering to TTI’s safety protocols

Note: Employee's duties and responsibilities are not limited by the above. Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by the employee's supervisor. In addition to the basic requirements of the position, all employees are expected to meet the company's goals of continual improvement in the areas of knowledge, skills, processes, and quality.

Job / Employment Requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older
  • Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship or restrictions
  • Ability to pass drug screening and Motor Vehicle Report screening
  • Must have a valid United States driver’s license for at least one continuous full year in one state
  • Must have a personal vehicle / reliable form of transportation
  • Possess and maintain valid personal vehicle insurance listing you as the primary driver
  • Position requires travel to/ from assigned store location(s) as well as occasional travel for meetings, projects, events, etc. Air travel will be required
  • Employees will also be required to transport a small amount of company property (company devices, demo tools, tool kit, safety supplies)
  • Capable of reaching and/or lifting overhead in addition to ascending/descending ladders to move product
  • Capable of lifting and transporting heavy tools (up to 50 lbs.) and requesting assistance as needed
  • Capable of using hands to maneuver small objects, assemble tools and build displays
  • Ability to work nights and weekends – weekends will be required at different points throughout the year
  • Ability to work in a retail environment full time and stand for the duration of the shift, with the exception of meal and rest breaks
  • Applicant should be self-motivated and a team player with strong organizational, planning and time management skills
  • The applicant must be MS Office proficient
  • Multilingual abilities preferred in specific markets depending on business needs
  • Formal higher education preferred but not required – Equivalent experience will be considered
  • Relocation may be required for future promotional opportunities

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Salary Non-Exempt Position (Overtime Eligible)
  • The pay range for this position is $24.04 and $25.96/hour equating to a Target Annual Salary of $50,000 - $54,000
  • Sales Contests and Incentives to Earn Additional Income (In Correlation with Business Needs / Focuses)
  • Vehicle Allowance of $400/month equating to a target of $4800/year (pre-taxed) dispersed evenly across the 52 weeks in a year
  • Company iPhone and iPad
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Benefits Available
  • Insurance Coverages Available such as Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance, Basic AD&D, and more
  • 401K (Company Matches 50% up to 8% of Employee’s Salary)
  • Eligible for up to 10 Paid Holidays (Based on hire date)
  • Accrue up to 104 hours of PTO – 1st Year – Based on hire date
  • Relocation assistance if moving for the position based on needs of the business
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program and other incentive initiatives

Locations available Nationwide. To learn more about TTI, visit our website at

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Communications Associate, Client Services & External Affairs - Hybrid Washington DC Office
Salary not disclosed
Washington, Hybrid 1 week ago
JOB SUMMARY: NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a Communications Associate to join the Client Services and External Affairs team within Strategic Communications.

This role is ideal for someone who believes rigorous, independent research can help make the world a better place, and wants to help get that work into the right hands.

This is a highly collaborative role that supports client-funded communications projects and corporate initiatives.

You’ll partner closely with research and project teams and work day-to-day with colleagues across Digital, Editorial, Creative, and Events teams to keep projects on track, contribute to content development, and deliver external communications that are clear, timely, accessible, and aligned with NORC’s brand voice.

Location: Hybrid role based in our Washington, D.C.

office, with a minimum of six days per month in the office.

Travel: Limited, with occasional travel (for example, an annual team retreat).

DEPARTMENT: Strategic Communications The Strategic Communications department drives NORC’s brand, reputation, and visibility across every channel and audience.

The department brings together expertise in corporate communications, creative services, digital communications and marketing, internal communications, and project-level communications support.

We manage NORC’s social media presence, email marketing, and website properties, and we partner with project teams on dissemination strategies that help NORC’s research reach the people who need it.

NORC partners with government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world to inform the critical decisions facing society, and we ensure that work gets seen, understood, and used, both for our clients and for broader public impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, this role serves as a trusted project manager across client-funded work and strategic corporate initiatives such as product launches and public announcements.

While the work supports billable projects, the position is not held to billability standards.

Project manage client communications projects and corporate initiatives by leading intake, gathering requirements, contributing to dissemination plans, coordinating resources, and moving deliverables from kickoff through completion.

Own project coordination and execution by using project management tools to track timelines, owners, and progress; run status updates; follow up on outstanding items; and keep documentation and team communication current and organized (typical responsiveness target is 1-2 business days).

Draft and edit external-facing materials such as web copy, press releases, and client-ready collateral, translating research findings accurately and clearly for nontechnical audiences.

Support external affairs by contributing to PR programs, maintaining and updating media lists, monitoring coverage, and compiling media reports.

Coordinate internal and external resources by collaborating with internal partners and occasionally managing vendors, scheduling, deliverable tracking, and basic invoice support (training provided).

Apply strong editorial judgment to ensure materials reflect NORC’s brand voice, accessibility best practices, and quality standards before review and release.

Use AI tools thoughtfully and strategically to enhance writing and project planning, while maintaining human quality control and accountability.

Contribute to measurement and reporting by tracking communications metrics and producing simple summaries to inform planning and improvements.

Pitch in across the team as needed to support coordination, documentation, and administrative tasks that help ensure successful delivery of client projects and corporate initiatives.

REQUIRED SKILLS: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

At least 3 years of relevant communications, PR, marketing, or agency experience (including internships).

Demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver projects across multiple stakeholders and teams, managing competing priorities and deadlines.

Strong writing and editing skills, including the ability to draft communications plans.

Excellent interpersonal skills, including clear, professional communication and a strong client-service mindset.

Team-oriented approach and commitment to a collaborative work environment, both virtually and in person.

High attention to detail, especially for accuracy, formatting consistency, and alignment with NORC’s visual brand and messaging standards.

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

Nice to have Experience in a project management platform (Wrike or similar).

Familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.

Interest in and commitment to social science research and mission-driven work.

Interest or experience in media monitoring, media list development, and coverage reporting tools (MuckRack or similar).

Comfort using AI tools (such as ChatGPT or Claude) to support writing and planning, with strong editorial judgment.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay range for this position is $77,000
- $80,000.

This position is classified as regular.

Regular staff are eligible for NORC’s comprehensive benefits program.

Benefits include, but are not limited to: Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment Dental and vision insurance A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

NORC is committed to equity and transparency in its pay practices.

We publish salary ranges and benefit information for every job.

The listed hiring range reflects what we, in good faith, expect to pay at the time of posting, though actual compensation may vary and may be adjusted over time.

A candidate’s placement within the range depends on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs.

WHAT WE DO: NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions.

Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration.

Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.

WHO WE ARE: For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings.

But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team.

With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we’re known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.

EEO STATEMENT: NORC is an equal opportunity employer.

NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.

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External Affairs Manager - Hybrid Washington, DC Office
🏢 U of C NORC
Salary not disclosed
Washington, Hybrid 1 week ago
JOB SUMMARY: NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a Communications Manager to join the Client Services and External Affairs team within Strategic Communications.

This role is ideal for someone who believes rigorous, independent research can help make the world a better place, and wants to help get that work into the right hands.

This is a highly collaborative role serving as the External Affairs Lead.

You’ll be the primary media point of contact, while also helping lead and project manage select external corporate initiatives.

You’ll partner closely with research and project teams and work day-to-day with colleagues across Digital, Editorial, Creative, and Events teams to keep projects on track, contribute to content development, and deliver external communications that are clear, timely, accessible, and aligned with NORC’s brand voice.

Location: Hybrid role based in either Chicago Loop or Washington, D.C.

office, with a minimum of six days per month in the office.

Travel: Limited, with occasional travel (for example, an annual team retreat).

DEPARTMENT: Strategic Communications The Strategic Communications department drives NORC’s brand, reputation, and visibility across every channel and audience.

The department brings together expertise in corporate communications, creative services, digital communications and marketing, internal communications, and project-level communications support.

We manage NORC’s social media presence, email marketing, and website properties, and we partner with project teams on dissemination strategies that help NORC’s research reach the people who need it.

NORC partners with government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world to inform the critical decisions facing society, and we ensure that work gets seen, understood, and used, both for our clients and for broader public impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, this role serves as NORC’s External Affairs Lead and supports the dissemination of NORC’s research and expertise to media.

While the work supports billable projects, the position is not held to billability standards.

Lead NORC’s external affairs work as the primary media contact by developing and executing an ongoing media strategy; triaging and coordinating responses to inbound media inquiries; and supporting staff who will be speaking to media.

Provide crisis communications and reputation/risk support to help protect NORC’s brand as an objective, nonpartisan research organization.

Draft, edit, and distribute press releases and other external-facing media materials, applying strong editorial judgment to ensure accuracy, plain language, and alignment with NORC’s brand voice and editorial standards before release.

Maintain External Affairs systems and infrastructure by managing NORC’s PR firm; monitoring the media landscape and identifying opportunities; building media relationships; developing and refining media lists; supporting thought leadership efforts; and producing monthly media reports and timely media alerts for senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Project manage select external-facing corporate initiatives and client-funded projects (particularly those with a media component) by supporting intake and requirements gathering, contributing to dissemination planning, coordinating resources, and using project management tools to track timelines, owners, progress, and communications from kickoff through completion.

Use AI tools thoughtfully and strategically to enhance media backgrounders, writing and planning, and press list generation, while maintaining human quality control and accountability.

REQUIRED SKILLS: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

At least 5 years of relevant communications, PR, marketing, or agency experience (including internships).

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, solve problems, and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (including senior leaders) to meet deadlines and handle shifting priorities.

Experience handling media relations, press outreach, and/or reputation communications with strong judgment and discretion.

Strong writing and editing skills, especially for press releases, spokesperson support materials, and executive-ready messaging.

Excellent interpersonal skills, including clear, professional communication and a strong client-service mindset.

Team-oriented approach and commitment to a collaborative work environment, both virtually and in person.

High attention to detail, especially for accuracy, formatting consistency, and alignment with NORC’s visual brand and messaging standards.

Experience in media monitoring, media list development, and coverage reporting tools (MuckRack or similar).

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

Nice to have Experience in a project management platform (Wrike or similar).

Familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.

Interest in and commitment to social science research and mission-driven work.

Comfort using AI tools (such as ChatGPT or Claude) to support writing and planning, with strong editorial judgment.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay range for this position is $98,000 – $120,000.

This position is classified as regular.

Regular staff are eligible for NORC’s comprehensive benefits program.

Benefits include, but are not limited to: Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment Dental and vision insurance A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

NORC is committed to equity and transparency in its pay practices.

We publish salary ranges and benefit information for every job.

The listed hiring range reflects what we, in good faith, expect to pay at the time of posting, though actual compensation may vary and may be adjusted over time.

A candidate’s placement within the range depends on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs.

This role is bonus eligible.

Bonus payment is contingent upon program terms and individual performance.

WHAT WE DO: NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions.

Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration.

Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.

WHO WE ARE: For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings.

But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team.

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Senior Financial Specialist
Salary not disclosed
Washington 1 week ago
Senior Financial Support Specialist Needed in Washington, DC Place of Performance: U.S.

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Center for Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), located at 400 7th St.

SW, Washington, DC, 20024.

Work may be performed on-site or remote (upon approval from the contracting officer).

Period of Performance: Base period is from March 1st, 2026 to February 28th, 2027 with four option year periods to follow.

Requirements: Minimum of Twelve (12) years of relevant industry experience with a graduate’s degree in business or appropriate financial
*Or equivalent
*(a waiver maybe issued by the government if the proposed candidate has a combination minimum of years of industry experience and/or degree in desired discipline ALONG with a minimum of eight years (416 weeks) of direct experience supporting organizations related to Advanced Research and Development (ARD) and Medical Countermeasures (MCM).) Strong organizational skills, including time management, communication, goal setting, delegation, working under pressure, self-motivation, analytical thinking, and attention to Proficiency in written and oral communications, particularly in the context of financial reporting and Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Facilitating collaboration across multiple ARD & MCM workstreams, federal agencies, and stakeholders to align financial objectives with program Proven ability to operate as a self-starter and
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