Political Law Compliance Assistant

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Government Law & Policy team as a Compliance Assistant located in our Albany office.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrate initiatives, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.

This role will be based in our Albany, NY office, on an in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Manager of Legislative Affairs.

Position Summary:

The Compliance Assistant provides administrative and operational support for lobbying compliance activities, including preparing and processing registrations and disclosures, coordinating with internal stakeholders to meet reporting requirements, assisting with audit support, and ensuring accuracy and adherence to established procedures. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares, reviews for accuracy, and processes firm and client lobbyist registrations, terminations, and amendments in accordance with established procedures and templates

• Follows defined processes to coordinate with attorneys and lobbyists in the Albany and New York City offices to support timely and accurate completion of state and local lobbying reporting requirements

• Assists with standard enrollment and disclosure activities, providing procedural guidance to clients based on established instructions and requirements

• Supports compliance audit activities by gathering documentation and assisting attorneys with routine review tasks

• Handles all administrative and operational tasks in support of the department head

Qualifications:

Skills & Competencies

• Provide outstanding client service, meet high quality standards for services, and meet or exceed client expectations; proactive in seeking innovative ways in which to help others

• Highly motivated, self-starter who can work well under minimal supervision, as well as take a proactive approach in being team-oriented 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), and professional demeanor and presentation, including active listening and ability to convey information clearly

• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, and manage time effectively

• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and effectively prioritize multiple tasks

Education & Prior Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience is preferred 

• Government or government affairs experience preferred

• Knowledge of New York lobbying or campaign finance disclosure processes preferred 

Technology

• Proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook with the ability to learn new software applications quickly

• Candidates should be comfortable using AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar platforms to enhance productivity

• Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability with respect to evolving AI tools and technologies in the professional services environment

The expected pay range for this position is:

$26.42 – $30.05 per hour

Salary will be determined based upon education, experience, job related factors permitted by law, internal equity, and market data, including geographic pay differentials in locations where market pay differs from the national average. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.  Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.