Director of US Policy

Location - Washington, DC

We are looking for candidates across a broad background, and our client is prepared to offer a very competitive base salary + annual bonus to attract the strongest candidates.

Senior US Policy Director (Washington)

We are conducting a specialised retained search for a Senior US Policy Director (Washington) with extensive Republican policy expertise and a proven history in Washington. This presents a rare chance to join a leading global firm specialising in policy forecasting and economic strategy, serving a sophisticated US corporate client base as well as international clients, including Japanese and Chinese investment banks. Clients span various sectors, encompassing both domestic and international companies seeking Washington or US Political and Legislative service.

We are particularly interested in engaging with individuals who have recently completed their tenure on Capitol Hill in senior roles such as Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff, or Legislative Director , and who are now looking to transition into the private sector. This position provides a unique platform to leverage your Washington expertise and Republican network to advise both leading US corporations as well as International investment banks . In this role, you will serve as a trusted point of contact , offering clear, actionable insights on U.S. policy and its implications for international financial institutions.

As a Senior US Policy Director (Washington), you will provide domestic and international clients with insightful and timely analysis of the economic implications of policy actions from the White House, Capitol Hill and Congress, helping them make informed decisions. You will have the opportunity to influence the strategy and decisions of prominent corporate executives.

The role offers the chance to shape market perspectives by providing objective, forward-looking analysis at the intersection of U.S. politics, policy, and markets. Your insights will directly inform the strategies of some of the world's most influential executives.

Our client is a respected US-headquartered global advisory consultancy specialising in legislative, fiscal, and financial policy forecasting. Their research service is relied upon by top-tier investors and corporations worldwide. With a strong focus on U.S. policy and its market implications, they deliver actionable analysis across macroeconomic, monetary, fiscal, geopolitical, and political developments.

The Role of a Senior US Policy Director (Washington) - What You'll Do :

• Write impactful analysis connecting Capitol Hill, the White House, regulation, and markets - forecast political and legislative developments and explain their impact on corporate strategy, regulatory compliance, and market positioning.
• Write clear, actionable commentary connecting politics, policy, and markets for a global audience.
• Engage with a wide range of clients, including long / short funds, private equity, corporates and credit funds
• Respond to client requests, delivering bespoke insights on U.S. politics and legislation.
• For corporations operating in regulated sectors (energy, tech, healthcare, finance, defence), knowing how Republican leadership may shape legislation and regulatory enforcement provides a direct competitive edge.
• Become the trusted point of contact for international executives seeking to understand U.S. policy and its implications.
• Partner with colleagues across analysis and sales to grow and service a sophisticated global client base.
• Lead and participate in client-facing events, including roundtables, webinars, and in-person briefings with senior investors and executives.
• Edit and refine analytical pieces to ensure clarity and market relevance.
• Respond promptly to client requests, supporting both existing client relationships and new business opportunities in partnership with senior analysts and sales.

What we are looking for :

mandatory.

This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned Washington professional to leverage their Republican networks, Capitol Hill expertise, and policy-to-market insight in a role with direct global impact. If you are ready to be at the centre of the conversation between politics and markets, we want to hear from you.