Director of Government Affairs

THE OPPORTUNITY: We are looking for a driven congressional operator to own key client relationships and workstreams from strategy through execution as Maven builds what comes next. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands how Washington works, has built strong relationships, and takes pride in turning strategy into action. Develop and execute legislative, appropriations, oversight, funding, and advocacy strategies. Prepare for and lead client calls, strategy sessions, and Hill and agency meetings, then own the follow-through. Independently produce clear, persuasive memos, briefing materials, and client communications under deadline. Anticipate political, legislative, regulatory, and funding developments and translate them into client action. Manage multiple client priorities, deadlines, and workstreams with urgency and precision.

WHO WE ARE: LOOKING FORAt least five years of relevant federal legislative or government affairs experience, including a minimum of three years in a substantive Capitol Hill role with responsibility for legislative strategy, policy development, congressional engagement, or advancing legislation. Established bipartisan relationships across congressional offices and committees, along with a deep understanding of the legislative and appropriations processes. The ability to master new issues quickly, think strategically, and execute at a high level. Excellent judgment, writing, communication, and client-facing presence. High energy, relentless follow-through, exceptional organization, and a strong sense of urgency. Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex legislative or advocacy workstreams from strategy through execution and to help lead, mentor, or develop colleagues. A hungry, low-ego team player who wants to grow beyond the Hill and help build a firm. WHY MAVENMaven offers an ambitious operator the responsibility, exposure, and runway to grow faster than they might inside a traditional firm. Meaningful client leadership and direct access to policymakers and firm leadership. Exposure to a diverse portfolio spanning advocacy, appropriations, grants, public funding, and government contracting across a broad spectrum of issue areas. The opportunity to help shape client strategy, internal systems, and the future of the firm. A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where initiative and results are recognized.