Job Description

The Federal Government Affairs Legislative Assistant is a key contributor to the Cigna Government Affairs Advocacy and Public Affairs team. You will join a team of advocacy professionals to support the execution of sophisticated federal government affairs capabilities, including developing materials to support successful advocacy campaigns; legislative tracking, research, analysis, and issue spotting; monitoring hearings and driving outreach opportunities; and assisting with casework, executive briefing memos, and written responses to congressional requests. The role also advises and assists with the management of consultant resources, trade association relations, coalition participation, and advocacy strategy development.What youxe2x80x99ll do:Join the Government Affairs team responsible for official corporate responses from Congressional Committees and Members of Congress on requests for information, official inquiries, hearing questions, and related projects.Create and expand upon advocacy materials, such as branded PowerPoint presentations, issue briefs, talking points, and by identifying information from government, peer-reviewed, or other credible sources to educate on trending issues of importance to Capitol Hill audience.Contribute to and develop timely content to support executive briefing materials, executive updates, and internal newsletters.Support the advocacy team across all operations by participation in and reporting on various internal and external meetings, as well as monitoring active legislative and regulatory proceedings.Drive targeted external consultantsxe2x80x99 activities and engagement initiatives.Coordinate closely with advocacy, public affairs, and policy partners to align initiatives to government affairs objectives and advocacy campaigns.Support efforts to design and implement internal reporting processes and standards for legislative tracking and advocacy operations.Support annual team planning and goal setting process.Qualifications:3+ years of experience working in Congress, the Executive Branch, government relations, public policy, advocacy, government affairs, campaigns, or other related experience.Understanding of health care public policy issues, federal legislative processes, media monitoring, political action committees, and interest in following stakeholder activities in health care and technology sectors.Bachelorxe2x80x99s Degree required. Master of Public Policy or Master of Public Health degree a plus.A successful candidate will be detail-oriented and organized; have advanced writing and research ability; exercise good judgement and ability to manage competing priorities in both collaborative and independent work; at ease developing presentation slides, issue briefs, and various advocacy materials; enjoy being part of a team; and demonstrate a willingness to accept growth opportunities that develop multiple and transferrable skill sets.*This position works in-person at the Washington, D.C., office 3 days a week with WFH flexibility 2 days a week. Occasionally more in-person time as events require.For days working at home, a personal internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 106,500 - 177,500 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. Thatxe2x80x99s why youxe2x80x99ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, youxe2x80x99ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, visit .About The Cigna GroupDoing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, wexe2x80x99re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

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